C1verb formal 3K

Deprive

🇬🇧 UK //dɪˈpraɪv// 🇺🇸 US //dɪˈpraɪv//

Meaning of Deprive

To take something away from someone or something.

In simple words: To take something away from someone.

Deprive in a sentence

• The harsh winter deprived many families of basic necessities.
• Lack of education can deprive individuals of future opportunities.
• The new law may deprive citizens of their rights.
• He felt that the decision would deprive him of his identity.
• The drought deprived the region of water supplies.

How to use Deprive

Used in formal contexts, often in legal or academic discussions. Avoid in casual speech. Often conveys a strong sense of loss.

Grammar pattern

deprive + object + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 'deprive' as 'deep dive' into what someone has lost.

Related words

Collocations with Deprive

• deprive someone of something
• deprive rights
• deprive access

Synonyms for Deprive

• strip
• withhold
• rob
• deprive
• deny

Opposites of Deprive

• provide
• give
• supply

Common mistakes with Deprive

• Confusing with 'deny', which has a different nuance.
• Using the wrong preposition, e.g., saying 'deprive someone from something' instead of 'of'.
• Incorrectly conjugating the verb in past or continuous forms.

Frequently asked questions about Deprive

What does Deprive mean?

To take something away from someone.

What is the definition of Deprive?

To take something away from someone or something.

How do you use Deprive in a sentence?

The harsh winter deprived many families of basic necessities.

Can you give another example of Deprive?

Lack of education can deprive individuals of future opportunities.

What are synonyms for Deprive?

Common alternatives include strip, withhold, rob, deprive, deny.

What is the opposite of Deprive?

Opposite meanings include provide, give, supply.

What words go with Deprive?

It commonly pairs with deprive someone of something, deprive rights, deprive access.

What are common mistakes when using Deprive?

Confusing with 'deny', which has a different nuance. Using the wrong preposition, e.g., saying 'deprive someone from something' instead of 'of'. Incorrectly conjugating the verb in past or continuous forms.

How do you pronounce Deprive?

US: //dɪˈpraɪv//, UK: //dɪˈpraɪv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Deprive formal or informal?

"Deprive" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Deprive?

Used in formal contexts, often in legal or academic discussions. Avoid in casual speech. Often conveys a strong sense of loss.

What CEFR level is Deprive?

"Deprive" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.