disadvantaged

/ˌˈdɪsədˌvæntɪdʒd/
/dɪsædˈvɑntɪdʒd/
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Definitions of disadvantaged
  1. adjective
    marked by deprivation especially of the necessities of life or healthful environmental influences
    synonyms: deprived
    underprivileged
    lacking the rights and advantages of other members of society
Pronunciation
US
/ˌˈdɪsədˌvæntɪdʒd/
UK
/dɪsædˈvɑntɪdʒd/
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