Which word is closest to the opposite of “destitute” in the sense of being extremely poor?
A destitute person lacks basic means. A prosperous person is financially successful, so the terms contrast in this context.
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Which word is closest to the opposite of “destitute” in the sense of being extremely poor?
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Correct answer D
A destitute person lacks basic means. A prosperous person is financially successful, so the terms contrast in this context.
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Option A
Penurious can mean extremely poor and therefore shares the relevant sense.
Option B
Depressed describes unhappiness or decline and does not imply economic well-being.
Option C
Indigent means very poor and is close in meaning to destitute.
Option D
Prosperous describes economic success, which contrasts with extreme poverty.
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