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pauperism

noun

/ˈpɔːpərɪzəm/

Meaning

The state of being extremely poor.

The country struggled with rising pauperism in the 19th century.

poverty, destitution, deprivation, penury

wealth, prosperity, affluence

extreme pauperism, rising pauperism, fight pauperism

a person who works in coal mines or a ship carrying coal

The right to vote in political elections; the principle of political representation.

The ability to maintain balance in environment, economy and society for the long term.

An official who keeps order in a court, carries out court orders, or collects debts.

the larval stage of a frog or toad, having gills and a tail

Great bravery; the qualities or attributes of a hero.