deprived in English
- deprived⇄deprived, adjective.
lacking advantages available to others; underprivileged.
Ex. A culturally deprived child who has not attended kindergarten may need as many as four or five [extra] sessions ... It is important to keep the deprived child fr
Deprived
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
English (UK): /dɪˈpraɪvd/
English (US): /dɪˈpraɪvd/
Definitions
- Lacking basic material benefits or necessities of life.
- Suffering from the absence of something important or essential.
Usage Examples
- Children from deprived backgrounds often face educational challenges.
- After working long hours, he felt sleep-deprived.
Etymology
Derived from the verb deprive, which comes from Middle English depriven, borrowed from Old French depriver, and ultimately from Latin deprivare ("to take away, rob").
Synonyms
- Impoverished
- Destitute
- Disadvantaged
- Needy
- Underprivileged
Antonyms
- Affluent
- Privileged
- Wealthy
- Prosperous
- Fortunate
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | Privé | /pʁi.ve/ |
| Spanish | Privado | /pɾiˈβaðo/ |
| German | Entbehrt | /ɛntˈbeːɐ̯t/ |
| Hindi | वंचित | /vañcit/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 被剥夺的 | /bèi bōduó de/ |
| Russian | Лишённый | /lʲɪˈʂon.nɨj/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
Most English dialects pronounce "deprived" similarly, though some accents may slightly modify the vowel sounds or stress.
Historical Usage
Historically, "deprived" has been used to describe economic and social disadvantages, particularly in discussions of poverty, education, and human rights.
Cultural Nuances
In many societies, "deprived" carries connotations of systemic inequality and is often used in political and social discourse.
More Information
The concept of deprivation is closely tied to global efforts in poverty reduction, educational equity, and human rights advocacy.