destitute

DESTITUTE, adjective [Latin To set. Literally, set from or away.]1. Not having or possessing; wanting; as destitute of virtue, or of peity; destitute of food and clothing. It differs from deprived, as it does not necessarily imply previous possession.2. Needy; abject; comfortless; friendless.He will regard the prayer of the destitute Psalms 102:17.DESTITUTE, noun One who is without friends or comfort.DESTITUTE, verb transitive 1. To forsake.2. To deprive