deprivation — The lack or denial of something considered to be a necessity
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The lack or denial of something considered to be a necessity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The prisoner's sleep deprivation was part of his punishment, though it seems more like a bad hotel review now.
- After a week of sugar deprivation, my brother started talking to the vending machine.
- Sensory deprivation tanks are supposed to help you relax, not hallucinate about tacos.
deprivation
NOUN[/ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/]
The lack or denial of something considered to be a necessity
Years of deprivation left the drought village with cracked earth and empty water jars.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin de- (away, completely) + privare (to deprive, make one's own), derived from privus (single, individual, one's own property).
Breakdown
de- (away/completely) + priv- (to take as one's own → deprive) + -ation (noun suffix)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The prisoner's sleep deprivation was part of his punishment, though it seems more like a bad hotel review now.”
“After a week of sugar deprivation, my brother started talking to the vending machine.”
“Sensory deprivation tanks are supposed to help you relax, not hallucinate about tacos.”
“Economic deprivation in the region led to a rise in migration.”
“Studies show that even mild deprivation of social contact can affect mental health.”
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