Homelessness vs. Homeless — What's the Difference?

Having no home or haven.

(of a person) without a home, and therefore typically living on the streets

Homelessness is the condition of lacking stable, safe, and adequate housing. The definition of homelessness differs from country to country, with some countries yet to have any definition in place.

Having no home or haven.

People without homes considered as a group. Often used with the.

People without homes considered as a group. Often used with the.

The state of being homeless.

Lacking a permanent place of residence.

The state or condition of having no home, especially of living in the streets.

Destitute of a home.

The state or condition of having no home (especially the state of living in the streets)

Those people who have no permanent residence, especially those who live outdoors due to poverty; usually used in the definite phrase the homeless.

Someone with no housing;

People who are homeless;

Without nationality or citizenship;

Physically or spiritually homeless or deprived of security;