1. not wealthy or prosperous; having limited financial resources

Examples

• The scholarship program targets nonaffluent students who show academic promise.
• Many nonaffluent families struggle to afford quality healthcare.
• The study compared educational outcomes between affluent and nonaffluent districts.
• Nonaffluent communities often lack access to advanced technology resources.
• The charity focuses on helping nonaffluent children participate in extracurricular activities.
• Housing costs have made it difficult for nonaffluent workers to live in the city.