1. comparative form of poor; having less money, resources, or material possessions
2. comparative form of poor; of lower quality or standard

Examples

• After losing his job, he became much poorer than before.
• The poorer neighborhoods lack adequate public services.
• This fabric is poorer quality than what we usually buy.
• Her second attempt was even poorer than her first.
• The poorer students often struggle without proper resources.
• The sound quality on this recording is poorer than the original.