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destitute | destitutely |

As an adjective destitute

is lacking something; devoid; especially lacking money; poor, impoverished, poverty-stricken.

As an adverb destitutely is

in a destitute manner.

destitute

English

Adjective

(-)
  • Lacking something; devoid; especially lacking money; poor, impoverished, poverty-stricken.
  • * Bible, Psalm 141:8
    • In thee is my trust; leave not my soul destitute .

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    destitutely

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • in a destitute manner