deprivation

UK
/ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/
US
/ˌdɛprəˈveɪʃən/

Translations

deprivationnoun
deprivations
pl
The deprivation of basic human rights is a serious issue in many parts of the world.
La privation des droits humains fondamentaux est un problème grave dans de nombreuses régions du monde.
Additional translations
manqueSens plus général de carence ou d'absence de ce qui est nécessaire.
deprivationadjective
UK
/ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/
US
/ˌdɛprəˈveɪʃən/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to deprivation.
privatifEmploi attributif, surtout dans des contextes techniques ou sociaux.
The researchers used a deprivation index to measure poverty levels.
Les chercheurs ont utilisé un indice privatif pour mesurer le niveau de pauvreté.

Definitions

deprivationnoun
The state of lacking or doing without something that is needed or desired.
The deprivation of basic human rights is a serious issue in many parts of the world.
The condition of being deprived of something, especially of a necessity or a right.
Sleep deprivation can lead to serious health problems over time.
deprivationadjective
Relating to or characteristic of deprivation when used before another noun.
The researchers used a deprivation index to measure poverty levels.