PAUPERIZE Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

pauperize

verb

Definition of pauperize

as in to impoverish

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Recent Examples of pauperize Ironically, in Cuba, a country pauperized by a Marxist model for the past 61 years, there is a growing public cry demanding change. — Otto Reich, National Review, 8 Apr. 2020

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There are some people who believe that new residents impoverish and take away from our quality of life and our schools.

— Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2026
At the same time, serving your nation shouldn’t impoverish you or prevent your spouse or children from having a career or saving for retirement.

— Jeff Horseman, Oc Register, 5 May 2026

Definition of impoverish

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Kathleen Clark, an ethics lawyer who teaches at Washington University’s law school, told me, adding that this stance beggars belief.

— George Packer, The Atlantic, 4 May 2026
In its efforts to achieve benevolent hegemony, the United States tolerated being beggared by its neighbors.

— OREN CASS, Foreign Affairs, 17 Oct. 2025

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Sullivan touted his Bycatch Reduction Act, a bill intended to reduce excess fish caught by large commercial trawlers.

— Matthew Choi The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026
Energy-absorbing seats are designed to manage forces transmitted to occupants during an impact, potentially reducing injury risks.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

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