Meaning of the word "bereft of" in English

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bereft of

US /bɪˈrɛft ʌv/
UK /bɪˈrɛft ɒv/

Adjective

deprived of or lacking something

Example:
The old house was bereft of furniture and warmth.
After the defeat, the team was bereft of hope.
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