However, you can use "impoverish" as a verb to convey the meaning of making someone poor:
* The economic downturn impoverished many families.
If you're looking for a verb that describes someone experiencing poverty, you could use:
* Suffer (from poverty)
* Live (in poverty)
* Struggle (with poverty)
The best verb to use will depend on the specific context and the nuance you want to convey.