predeprive

/ˈpriːdɛprɪv/ or /prɪˈdɛprɪv/

Definitions

1. verb

to deprive beforehand or in advance

“The government was accused of predepriving the citizens of their basic rights.”

2. noun

the act of depriving beforehand or in advance

“The predeprivation of their rights led to widespread protests across the country.”

Synonyms

  • deprive
  • restrain
  • strip

Antonyms

  • empower
  • enable
  • entitle