Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
depr
verb
/dɪˈpraɪv/
Definition
to remove or withhold something from someone; to take away or deny a privilege, possession, or right.
Examples
- Many children were deprived of basic education due to the economic crisis.
- He felt deprived of his childhood experiences because he had to grow up too quickly.
Meaning
The act of depriving someone of something essential or beneficial.
Synonyms
- deny
- remove
- strip
- deprive
- withhold
