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    Dépourvu (en. Devoid)

    /de.puʁ.vy/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Lacking something or devoid of essentials.
    He is devoid of financial resources.
    Il est dépourvu de ressources financières.
    Missing a necessary element.
    This place is devoid of any shade.
    Cet endroit est dépourvu de toute ombre.
    Defenseless or vulnerable.
    He finds himself devoid in this situation.
    Il se trouve dépourvu face à cette situation.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb "dépourvoir," formed from the prefix 'dé-' and the word 'pourvoir.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    deprived of everything
    Completely lacking what is necessary.
    dépossédé de tout
    devoid of meaning
    Which has no meaning or significance.
    dépourvu de sens
    to be devoid of resources
    Not having the necessary means.
    être dépourvu de ressources

    Related Words

    provide
    To supply or give what is necessary.
    pourvoir
    deprive
    To cause the loss of something that was present or essential.
    dépourvoir

    Slang Meanings

    Being broke
    After losing his job, he is really broke.
    Après la perte de son emploi, il est vraiment à sec.
    Not being in the loop
    He feels devoid, as if he is not in the loop.
    Il se sent dépourvu, comme s'il n'était pas dans le coup.