Definition

Experiencing extreme poverty or lacking basic necessities.

Example

The charity provides support to indigent families in the community.

Conversation

Did you hear about that charity event for the indigent families?

Yeah, I read about it! It's great to see people helping out.

I think it's important to support those who are indigent in our community.

Absolutely, everyone deserves a chance to improve their situation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person who is very poor and lacks the basic necessities of life.

Example

The charity provides support for indigents in the community.

Conversation

I read a story about an indigent family struggling to make ends meet.

That's really sad. It's hard to imagine what they go through.

Yeah, it makes me appreciate what I have so much more.

Root Explanation

Indigent is formed from "indigens" (from Latin, meaning to be in need or to lack) and the suffix "-ent" (indicating an agent or condition). The word describes a state of being in need or lacking the necessities of life.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'in need' ('indigens') — that's why indigent means a person who lacks basic necessities.

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