DEPRIVING (OF) Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

depriving (of)

verb

present participle of deprive (of)

as in denying

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This creates a clear boundary without denying employees access to the technology altogether.

— David Matalon, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
According to the plaintiffs’ legal team, the USAA policy violates state law by denying qualified drivers access to the lowest premiums.

— Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2026

Definition of denying

Verb

But the thing about Michael that everybody really seems to be hung up on, and rightfully so, is the story about him buying Vicki an engagement ring and then withholding it based on her behavior.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
In addition to withholding their names for safety reasons, the highway patrol asked the Monitor not to photograph faces of federal agents or arrestees.

— Sarah Matusek, Christian Science Monitor, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of withholding

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Singh is serious about his craft, thinking long and hard about how to create a sound that feels recognizably country while retaining a Punjabi folk soul.

— Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
Originally launched in 1990, this hiking shoe has been reinterpreted for the fall/winter 2026 season with a modernized construction while retaining its distinctive silhouette.

— Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of retaining

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Speaking of which, our final fancy-breakfast-table showdown of the season, in which Byron and Secretary Mullins manage to win the ever-begrudging Russian ambassador Maxim Petrov over to their plan.

— Andy Andersen, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2026
Even with his flaws, Bouchard commands a begrudging respect across the league.

— Janson Duench, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of begrudging

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