deprive
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for deprive, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it.
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How to use deprive
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
deprive someone of
deprived of sleep
deprive a right
Etymology
From Old French depriver, from Medieval Latin deprivare, from Latin de- + privare, "to take away as one's own."
Full origin of deprive →Frequently asked questions
What does “deprive” mean?
The word “deprive” means to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it. In plain terms, to stop someone having or getting something they need or want.
How do you pronounce “deprive”?
“Deprive” is pronounced dih-PRYV (/dɪˈpɹaɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “deprive” in a sentence?
Here is “deprive” used in a sentence: “The long illness deprived her of the chance to travel that year.”
What is another word for “deprive”?
Words with a similar meaning to “deprive” include bereave and impoverish.
What is the opposite of “deprive”?
The opposite of “deprive” — its antonyms — is enrich.
What part of speech is “deprive”?
“Deprive” is a verb.
Where does the word “deprive” come from?
The word “deprive” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old French depriver, from Medieval Latin deprivare, from Latin de- + privare, "to take away as one's own.".
Is “deprive” a common word?
“Deprive” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
