The phrase "impoverished families" refers to families who do not have enough money or resources to meet their basic needs, such as food, shelter, and education. Full definition
The text explores the harsh reality of global hunger and how it has become a vicious cycle for impoverished families in developing countries. (tes.com)
Perhaps the state should try increasing educational funding for students from impoverished families and placing them in successful schools. (huffingtonpost.com)
Even fewer people know that poor nutrition is not only a problem for impoverished families — children of all socioeconomic levels can suffer from lower student achievement due to nutritional problems at home. (projectappleseed.org)