povertystricken

[US]/ˈpɒvəti ˈstrɪkən/
[UK]/ˈpɑːvərti ˈstrɪkən/

Translation

adj.suffering from extreme poverty; very poor and destitute; shabby or dilapidated due to poverty

Phrases & Collocations

povertystricken area

povertystricken family

povertystricken children

povertystricken country

povertystricken village

povertystricken community

povertystricken population

povertystricken people

povertystricken conditions

povertystricken regions

Example Sentences

many povertystricken families in rural areas lack access to clean water and basic healthcare.

the povertystricken neighborhood urgently needs investment in infrastructure and education.

organizations are working together to help povertystricken communities develop sustainable livelihoods.

povertystricken children often have limited access to quality education and proper nutrition.

the government launched new programs to assist povertystricken households with housing assistance.

povertystricken regions frequently suffer from inadequate healthcare facilities and medical supplies.

many povertystricken families struggle to afford basic necessities like food and clothing.

the povertystricken village has been selected for a major economic development initiative.

international aid organizations provide essential supplies to povertystricken populations.

povertystricken areas typically face high unemployment rates and limited economic opportunities.

the foundation has committed significant resources to help povertystricken communities build better futures.

volunteers work tirelessly to improve living conditions in povertystricken urban neighborhoods.

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