privation
US /praɪˈveɪ.ʃən/
UK /praɪˈveɪ.ʃən/
名词
贫困, 匮乏
a state in which things that are essential for human well-being such as food, warmth, and comfort are scarce or lacking
示例:
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The refugees suffered years of extreme privation.
难民们遭受了多年的极端贫困。
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They lived a life of constant privation, with little food or shelter.
他们过着持续贫困的生活，食物和住所都很少。