poorer Definition
- 1comparative of 'poor': having little money or few possessions
- 2worse than average or expected
Using poorer: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "poorer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The poorer countries are often the ones most affected by climate change.
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She grew up in a poorer part of town.
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The company's performance this year was poorer than last year.
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The quality of the product was poorer than I expected.
poorer Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for poorer
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Summary: poorer in Brief
'Poorer' [ˈpʊərər] is the comparative form of 'poor', meaning having little money or few possessions. It can also mean worse than average or expected, as in 'The company's performance this year was poorer than last year.' Synonyms include 'impoverished' and 'destitute,' while antonyms include 'wealthy' and 'prosperous.'
