underprivileged

noun

Meaning

A deprived person; deprived people (normally used as a plural).
Deprived of the opportunities and advantages of others, usually through no fault of one's own.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

deprived(English)disadvantaged(English)underclass(English)poor(English)impoverished(English)indigent(English)underserved(English)poverty-stricken(English)slums(English)destitute(English)marginalized(English)youngsters(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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