indigent

Definition of "indigent"
  1. A person who is impoverished and cannot afford the basic necessities of life
How to use "indigent" in a sentence
  1. The city established programs to help the indigent population.
  2. The judge ruled the defendant was indigent and qualified for a public defender.
  3. Many charities aim to provide food and shelter for indigent individuals.

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