relatively deprived

Frequency: 5.54.1 per million words

Used for making a comparison, suggesting deprivation in relation to others or a standard.

deprivedADVERB + deprived

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relatively

Examples (10)

  • Compared to the affluent city center, residents in this area feel relatively deprived.
  • Although he had a roof over his head, his childhood was relatively deprived of affection.
  • The study showed that students in rural schools are relatively deprived of technological resources.
  • After her successful sister's visit, she couldn't help but feel relatively deprived.
  • During the economic downturn, even the middle class felt relatively deprived of their usual comforts.
  • The community is not poor, but it is relatively deprived of public green spaces.
  • His diet was relatively deprived of fresh vegetables compared to the national guidelines.
  • Despite their wealth, the children were relatively deprived of parental attention.
  • This group may not be in absolute poverty, but they are relatively deprived within their society.
  • If funding is cut, these programs will become relatively deprived of essential staff.