Deprives Meaning in English
word · lemma: deprive
dɪˈpɹaɪvz
di-PRYVZ
dɪpɹˈaɪvz
di-PRYVZ
Definition
To take something important or necessary away from someone, so they do not have it.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in formal or written contexts. Common collocation: 'deprive someone of something' (not 'deprive from'). Suggests a negative impact or loss. Often used when talking about rights, necessities, or comfort.
Spanish: priva - quitaPortuguese (BR): priva - tiraPortuguese (PT): priva - retiraChinese (Simplified): 剥夺 - 使失去Chinese (Traditional): 剝奪 - 使失去Hindi: वंचित करता है - छीन लेता हैArabic: يَحرِم - يَسلبBengali: বঞ্চিত করা - কেড়ে নেওয়াRussian: лишатьJapanese: 奪うVietnamese: tước điKorean: 빼앗다 - 박탈하다Turkish: mahrum bırakmakUrdu: محروم کرنا - چھین لیناIndonesian: merampas - mencabut
Example Sentences
Lack of sleep deprives children of energy.
basic
Poverty deprives people of basic needs.
basic
The storm deprives the village of electricity.
basic
Working late every night deprives me of time with my family.
natural
A strict diet sometimes deprives you of life’s pleasures.
natural
No one should be deprived of their rights.
natural