What is another word for poorness?

214 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ pˈʊ͡ənəs], [ pˈʊ‍ənəs], [ p_ˈʊə_n_ə_s]

The word poorness can be replaced with several synonyms to convey the same meaning. Synonyms for poorness include poverty, destitution, indigence, deprivation, neediness, insufficiency, and scarcity. These words describe a state of lacking, whether it is in material possessions, social status, or opportunities. While poverty and destitution are often used to refer to extreme lack of resources, insufficiency or scarcity denote a more general sense of inadequacy. The choice of the word to use depends on the context and intended emphasis of the writer or speaker. Whatever synonym one chooses, all of them carry the same message that there is a lack of something important or necessary.

Synonyms for Poorness:

How to use "Poorness" in context?

It is difficult to conceive of a life without material possessions. Humans have evolved to be consumers, and the drive to accumulate objects, things, and experiences is part of what has made us successful as a species. The material world has become so ingrained in our lives that it's easy to take for granted how important it is.

But, as we have seen in recent years, there are consequences to having too much and not enough. Inflation, unemployment, and other economic problems are often caused by too much money being chasing too few goods and services, and too much debt being taken on to buy them.

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