poor
Comparative
poorer
Superlative
poorest
1
owning a very small amount of money or a very small number of things
- He wanted to help the poor family who were struggling to afford basic necessities like food and clothing.
- The poor beggar sat on the street, asking for help from passersby.
- The poor family lived in a small, rundown house.
- The poor worker earned minimum wage and couldn't afford to save money.
- Unforunately, the poor elderly couple relied on government assistance to cover their expenses.
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2
lacking an adequate amount to fulfill a requirement
- The plan failed due to poor preparation.
- She was in poor health after the long illness.
- His essay showed poor understanding of the topic.
- The team lost because of poor communication.
- The region suffers from poor access to clean water.
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4
characterized by or indicating poverty
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5
of a low quality or standard
- The meal was poor, lacking in flavor and presentation.
- His performance in the exam was poor, and he barely passed.
- The house had poor insulation, which made it difficult to stay warm in winter.
- The film received poor reviews due to its weak plot and bad acting.
- The company's customer service was poor, with long wait times and unhelpful responses.
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