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di
gence
Plural
indigences
1
a state of extreme poverty in which a person lacks the basic necessities of life
- The charity was founded to alleviate indigence in rural communities.
- He lived in indigence after losing his job and home.
- Government programs aim to reduce indigence through housing and food assistance.
- Her memoir describes a childhood marked by indigence and resilience.
- The report highlighted rising indigence among elderly citizens.
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