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deprivation
/ ˌɛɪˈɪʃə /
noun
an act or instance of depriving
the state of being deprived
social deprivation
a cycle of deprivation and violence
Other Word Forms
- nondeprivation noun
- predeprivation noun
- self-deprivation noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of deprivation1
Example Sentences
There is no family breakdown or deprivation and school officials described him as "sociable, a pretty good student, well-integrated into the life of the establishment".
While a 2024 report found that West Northamptonshire had lower levels of deprivation than the England average, there are some areas where poverty is still a major problem.
Rennie had been a magistrate in Sheffield since 1996 and campaigned on issues including improving equality and inclusion in sport, mental health and tackling deprivation.
The prosecutors made their case in a three-day trial in February, ultimately persuading jurors to find Trevor Kirk guilty of a felony count of deprivation of rights under color of law.
On average, so-called "childcare deserts" have lower household incomes and higher levels of deprivation than other areas.
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