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underprivileged

(un′dər privə lijd, -privlijd)

adjective

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

See underprivileged in American Heritage Dictionary 4

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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