deprivation

UK
/ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/
US
/ˌdɛprəˈveɪʃən/

Translations

deprivationnoun
deprivations
pl
The deprivation of basic human rights is a serious issue.
Лишение основных прав человека является серьезной проблемой.
Sleep deprivation can lead to serious health problems.
Недостаток сна может привести к серьезным проблемам со здоровьем.
deprivationadjective
UK
/ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/
US
/ˌdɛprəˈveɪʃən/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to deprivation.

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.