Underprivileged Definition

ŭndər-prĭvə-lĭjd
adjective
Lacking the standard of living and opportunities enjoyed by most people in a society.
American Heritage
Deprived of a decent standard of living, adequate education, and economic security through poverty, discrimination, etc.
Webster's New World

Deprived of the opportunities and advantages of other members of one's community.

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noun
A deprived person; deprived people.
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Idioms, Phrasal Verbs Related to Underprivileged

  • the underprivileged

Underprivileged Sentence Examples

  • He showed passionate devotion to the underprivileged.

  • Always working hard, Oprah spreads her efforts out to cover important areas such as poverty and educating the underprivileged.

  • Book drives-Local organizations, schools, and individuals often sponsor book drives to provide books to underprivileged children.

  • Children's charities offer emotional and financial support to underprivileged or at-risk children through mentoring programs or monetary gifts.

  • I 'm the man who helps out with 36 different colleges for underprivileged kids.

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