Privation

Noun

Definitions

1.NounThe state of being deprived of or lacking an attribute formerly or properly possessed; the loss or absence of such an attribute.

2.NounThe state of being very poor, and lacking the basic necessities of life.

3.NounThe act of depriving someone of such basic necessities; deprivation.

4.NounDegradation or suspension from an office.

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