: not having the things that are needed for a good or healthy life
emotionally deprived children
The diet allows you to eat small amounts of your favorite foods, so you won't feel deprived.
people who are sleep-deprived [=people who do not get enough sleep]
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“Deprived.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/deprived. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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