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penniless

2 antonyms for penniless — opposites grouped by meaning.

Adj — Having no money at all; extremely poor.

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left penniless penniless and homeless

Etymology

From Middle English penyles — penny + -less.

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What does “penniless” mean?
The word “penniless” means having no money at all; extremely poor. In plain terms, completely broke, without a single penny.
How do you pronounce “penniless”?
“Penniless” is pronounced PEH-nih-luhs (/ˈpɛ.nɪ.ləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “penniless” in a sentence?
Here is “penniless” used in a sentence: “He arrived in the city penniless and slept in the train station.”
What part of speech is “penniless”?
“Penniless” is an adjective.
Where does the word “penniless” come from?
The word “penniless” comes from Middle English. From Middle English penyles — penny + -less.

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