privation

Definitions

A state in which things that are essential for human well-being, such as food and warmth, are scarce or lacking.

The act of depriving someone or something of something, or the state of being deprived.

Examples

The refugees suffered great privation during the long winter months without adequate food or shelter.

After years of economic privation, the family finally began to see their financial situation improve.

Synonyms

deprivation destitution hardship poverty want need penury

Antonyms

abundance plenty affluence wealth luxury prosperity sufficiency