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POVERTY-STRICKEN

(adj.sat)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Poverty-Stricken.

Poverty-Stricken - as an adjective satellite

Poor enough to need help from others

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
destitute10impoverished23indigent10necessitous13needy9

Example Sentences

"He grew up in a poverty-stricken neighborhood."
"The charity organization provides aid to poverty-stricken families."
"The government has implemented programs to alleviate poverty-stricken areas."
"She dedicated her life to helping the poverty-stricken population."
"Many children in the slums live in poverty-stricken conditions."
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Is POVERTY-STRICKEN a valid Scrabble word?
No, poverty-stricken is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is POVERTY-STRICKEN a valid Words With Friends word?
No, poverty-stricken is NOT valid for Words With Friends
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Is POVERTY-STRICKEN a valid WordFeud word?
No, poverty-stricken is NOT valid for WordFeud
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