to pass away, die out, or decline in prosperity (of people, families, or eras)

to die or fade away; to be wizened or shriveled (often used metaphorically for people or eras)

to die or pass away (often referring to the passing of a generation or group of notable people)

economically depressed, destitute, or in a state of decline

The people's livelihood is reduced to destitution; a period of widespread famine and impoverishment.