Definition: Having no money at all; being very poor.

Example: After losing his job, he found himself penniless and struggling to pay his bills.

Definition: A unit of weight used in measuring precious metals, equal to 24 grains or 1/20 of a troy ounce, which is about 1.555 grams.

Example: The jeweler measured the gold in pennyweights to determine its value.

Definition: A small amount of something, often referring to the value or quantity that can be bought for a penny.

Example: I got a good pennyworth at the market today.

Definition: A regular payment made to someone after they retire, usually based on their previous earnings, or a type of small hotel that offers meals and lodging.

Example: After working for thirty years, she finally received her pension, which allowed her to enjoy her retirement.

Definition: A regular payment made to a person after they retire from work, usually based on their previous earnings and years of service.

Example: After working for thirty years, she received a pension that allowed her to enjoy her retirement.

Definition: Describing something that is eligible to receive a retirement payment after a certain period of work.

Example: Many employees look for pensionable jobs to secure their financial future after retirement.

Definition: Relating to a pension or a retirement plan.

Example: The pensionary benefits provided by the company are generous for its employees.

Definition: A person who receives a pension, typically after retirement, or someone who is employed for a specific task or job.

Example: After many years of service, he became a pensionary and enjoyed his retirement benefits.

Definition: A person who receives a regular payment from the government or a private organization after retiring from work.

Example: After many years of service, she became a pensioner and enjoyed her retirement.

Definition: Describing a situation or person that does not receive a pension or retirement benefits.

Example: Many workers today are pensionless and must rely on personal savings for retirement.

Definition: Describing someone who is very poor or unwilling to spend money; often associated with extreme frugality or stinginess.

Example: Despite his wealth, he was known for his penurious habits, rarely spending on anything unnecessary.

Definition: In a way that shows extreme poverty or lack of resources.

Example: He lived penuriously, always counting every penny and avoiding unnecessary expenses.