Meaning & Definition of Deprivation in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: The state of lacking or being denied something that is needed.

  Example Sentence: The deprivation of food can lead to serious health problems.

• Definition: The act of depriving someone of something.

  Example Sentence: Deprivation of a person's rights can lead to widespread discontent.

• Definition: The condition of being deprived of specific comforts or necessities.

  Example Sentence: Living in deprivation made them appreciate the little things.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'deprivatio', meaning 'removal or taking away'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• sleep deprivation: The chronic lack of adequate sleep.
• deprivation of liberty: The state of being restricted or imprisoned.

Translations

• Spanish: privación

• French: privation

• German: Entzug

• Russian: лишение

Related Words

• deprive: To take away or withhold something from someone.

• deprived: Lacking the necessities of life or basic resources.

Slang Meanings of deprivation

• Meaning: Feeling deprived of social interaction.

  Example Sentence: I'm so deprived, I haven't seen my friends in ages.

• Meaning: To experience a lack of fun or excitement.

  Example Sentence: This weekend feels so deprived, nothing fun is happening.