Etymology:
Meaning:
To make or become poor; to reduce to poverty.
Origin:
The word "impoverish" comes from the Latin word "impauper," which means "poor." The prefix "im-" means "not," so "impauper" literally means "not poor." However, over time, the meaning of the word changed to mean "poor" or "impoverished."
The word "impoverish" first appeared in English in the late 14th century. It was originally used to describe the effects of poverty on people. However, over time, the word began to be used more figuratively, to describe the effects of any kind of hardship or deprivation on people or things.
Today, the word "impoverish" is used in a variety of contexts. It can be used to describe the effects of poverty on people, the effects of war or natural disasters on communities, or the effects of economic downturns on businesses.
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