pennilessness

[US]/ˈpɛnɪləsnəs/
[UK]/ˈpɛnɪləsnəs/

Translation

n.the state of being without money; extreme poverty
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

utter pennilessness

sheer pennilessness

total pennilessness

absolute pennilessness

extreme pennilessness

Example Sentences

the absolute pennilessness forced him to scavenge for food in the streets.

her complete pennilessness was evident when she couldn't afford basic medicine.

the utter pennilessness of the family led to their children dropping out of school.

total pennilessness drove many to seek refuge in homeless shelters.

extreme pennilessness often results from sudden job loss.

the sheer pennilessness of the situation left them without hope.

abject pennilessness is a reality for many in the slums.

dire pennilessness forced the widow to beg for alms.

the crushing pennilessness made it impossible to pay rent.

after the crisis, they faced complete pennilessness with no savings left.

the chronic pennilessness eventually led to severe depression.

despite his pennilessness, he maintained his dignity and integrity.

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