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POVERTY

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Poverty.

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Poverty - as a noun

The state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impoverishment26poorness10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
financial condition
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
wealth12

Example Sentences

"Millions of people around the world live in poverty."
"The government is taking steps to alleviate poverty in our country."
"She grew up in a household affected by poverty."
"Lack of education can contribute to the cycle of poverty."
"The documentary shed light on the harsh realities of poverty."
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Word Game Points

Is POVERTY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, poverty is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

POVERTY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is POVERTY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, poverty is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
POVERTY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is POVERTY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, poverty is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
POVERTY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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