privation

noun

Pronunciation: /praɪˈveɪʃən/

Definition

A state of extreme poverty or the lack of the basic necessities required for a decent life.

Examples

• The refugees endured years of privation before finally reaching a safe country.

• Living in the wilderness taught him how to survive despite the constant privation of modern comforts.

• The harsh economic sanctions led to widespread privation among the civilian population.

Synonyms of privation

Words with a similar meaning to privation:

• need
• poverty
• hardship
• destitution

Antonyms of privation

Words with the opposite meaning to privation:

• plenty
• abundance

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