deprive
/dɪˈpraɪv/
de · prive
dɪ · ˈpraɪv
English Definition
v. take something away
Significado en Español
privar, despojar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tước đoạt, mất đi
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de(remove)+priv(private)+e
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following words is the best synonym for “deprive”? The citizens were worried that the new laws would deprive them of certain freedoms.
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A
educate
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B
provide
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C
rob
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D
enrich
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C — rob.
“deprive” means v. take something away
Common questions about “deprive”
What does “deprive” mean?
deprive — v. take something away. In Chinese: 剥夺，失去.
How do you pronounce “deprive”?
deprive is pronounced /dɪˈpraɪv/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · prive.
Is “deprive” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. deprive appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “deprive”?
de(remove)+priv(private)+e
