Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
privation
noun
/praɪˈveɪʃən/
Definition
the state of being deprived of something, especially essential resources or comforts.
Examples
- During the war, many families faced severe privation.
- The privation of clean water led to numerous health issues in the community.
- He experienced privation in his early childhood, growing up in a less privileged environment.
Meaning
Privation refers to a condition where someone lacks basic necessities of life, such as food, water, or shelter.
Synonyms
- deprivation
- loss
- hardship
- destitution
