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(un′dər priv′ə lijd, -priv′lijd)

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deprived of a decent standard of living, adequate education, and economic security through poverty, discrimination, etc.

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adjective
Lacking opportunities or advantages enjoyed by other members of one's community; deprived.

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  • unˌder·privˈi·leged noun

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