Broke

/broʊk/

Definitions

  1. (adj.) Having no money or assets; financially insolvent.
    After losing his job, he was completely broke.

Forms

  • broker
  • brok·en

Commentary

Often used informally to describe a temporary lack of money; distinguish from the noun 'broker' which refers to an agent or intermediary.

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