How to pronounce Penurious?

The correct way to pronounce Penurious is [pe-NUR-ee-us]. Emphasis is on the 2 syllable. To learn how to pronounce Penurious, listen and repeat:

What's the definition of Penurious?

Penurious – characterized by extreme poverty or lack of resources. It describes a person who is miserly or stingy. Someone who is penurious avoids spending money and may live in very modest conditions. The term can also refer to situations or conditions related to scarcity of funds. Overall, it conveys a sense of being financially challenged or inadequate.

Examples of usage of Penurious

  1. The penurious old man lived in a small, dilapidated house filled with memories of his once prosperous life.
  2. Despite his penurious state, he always shared what little he had with his neighbors.
  3. The penurious conditions of the village made it hard for children to go to school.
  4. She felt penurious after having to sell her jewelry to pay the bills.
  5. His penurious reputation made it difficult for him to make friends, as people often avoided him.