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DEPRIVATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Deprivation.

Deprivation - as a noun

A state of extreme poverty

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
neediness10privation14want7

The disadvantage that results from losing something

Example: "His loss of credibility led to his resignation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
loss4

Act of depriving someone of food or money or rights

Example: "Nutritional privation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
privation14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social control
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Sleep deprivation can lead to various health problems."
"Extreme poverty often results in severe deprivation of basic necessities."
"The deprivation of liberty is a violation of human rights."
"Long-term social isolation can cause sensory deprivation."
"Nutritional deprivation can hinder a child's growth and development."
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Word Game Points

Is DEPRIVATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deprivation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEPRIVATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is DEPRIVATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deprivation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEPRIVATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is DEPRIVATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deprivation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEPRIVATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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