destitute

Definition

Lacking something; devoid.

Etymology

From Middle English destitute, destitut, from Latin dēstitūtus.

Example Sentences

• "Now, though this region may scarcely be said to be wedded to science, being to all intents a virgin territory as respects the enquirer into natural history, still it is greatly destitute of the treasures of the vegetable kingdom."
• "In thee is my trust; leave not my soul destitute."
• "Near-synonym: penniless"