deprive
UK: dɪˈpraɪv | US: dɪˈpraɪv
vt. to take something away from someone, especially something necessary or valued
vt. to prevent someone from having or using something
The word "deprive" originates from Latin deprivare, combining de- (indicating removal) and privare (to strip or rob). It entered Middle English via Old French depriver, retaining its core sense of taking away something essential. The morpheme prive reflects the idea of making something "private" (i.e., withholding it from others). Over time, "deprive" narrowed to emphasize loss or denial of necessities (e.g., rights, resources).
The court ruled to deprive the criminal of his citizenship.
Sleep deprivation can severely harm your health.
The dictator sought to deprive citizens of their freedom.
Poverty often deprives children of educational opportunities.
The storm deprived the village of electricity for days.