Definition

The state of having little or no money; being poor or financially struggling.

Example

His impecuniousness made it difficult for him to afford basic necessities.

Conversation

Have you ever experienced real impecuniousness?

Yeah, I remember when I was a student and money was really tight.

It's tough to manage everything when you're facing impecuniousness.

For sure! It teaches you to appreciate what you have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impecuniousness is formed from "im-" (meaning not) and "pecunia" (meaning money) from Latin. The suffix "-ous" indicates possessing a quality, and "-ness" denotes a state or condition. Thus, the word describes the state of not having money or being poor.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('im-') having 'money' ('pecunia') to remember that 'impecuniousness' means the state of being without money.

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