deprivation
dehp-rih-VAY-shuhn
Deprivation (noun) means the state of lacking something necessary, such as food, sleep, or basic comfort. Example: “Years of sleep deprivation had left him constantly exhausted.”
noun
1
The state of lacking something necessary, such as food, sleep, or basic comfort.
"Years of sleep deprivation had left him constantly exhausted."
"The charity works to address childhood deprivation in the region."
How to use deprivation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot having something you need — the noun form of "deprive".
Easily confused with
Common pairings
sleep deprivation
sensory deprivation
social deprivation
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Word forms
- Plural
- deprivations
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Etymology
From deprive, ultimately from Latin de- + privare, "to deprive."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for deprivation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “deprivation” mean?
The word “deprivation” means the state of lacking something necessary, such as food, sleep, or basic comfort. In plain terms, not having something you need — the noun form of "deprive".
How do you pronounce “deprivation”?
“Deprivation” is pronounced dehp-rih-VAY-shuhn (/ˌdɛp.ɹɪˈveɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “deprivation” in a sentence?
Here is “deprivation” used in a sentence: “Years of sleep deprivation had left him constantly exhausted.”
What part of speech is “deprivation”?
“Deprivation” is a noun.
Where does the word “deprivation” come from?
The word “deprivation” comes from Latin. From deprive, ultimately from Latin de- + privare, "to deprive.".
Is “deprivation” a common word?
“Deprivation” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
