His penuriousness was evident when he refused to tip the waiter after an excellent meal.

The elderly gardener lived penuriously, mending his worn coat instead of buying a new one.

The penurious landlord refused to repair the leaking roof despite repeated complaints.

After the factory closed, many families fell into penury and struggled to afford even basic necessities.

After the factory closed, the town endured years of penuries that reshaped every family's future.