the disadvantaged

noun
UK: /ˌðiː dɪsədˈvɑːntɪdʒd/
US: /ˌðiː dɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

  1. People who lack advantages because of their financial situation or social status.

    1. We help the disadvantaged to find jobs.
    2. The charity provides education and support for the disadvantaged in the community.

  2. A group of people in society who have fewer opportunities than others.

    1. The program is designed to assist the disadvantaged.
    2. Equal opportunities should be given to the disadvantaged, regardless of background.

Synonyms

underprivileged deprived needy

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "the disadvantaged" in English means: People who lack advantages because of their financial situation or social status., A group of people in society who have fewer opportunities than others..

The phonetic transcription of "the disadvantaged" is /ˌðiː dɪsədˈvɑːntɪdʒd/ in British English and /ˌðiː dɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "the disadvantaged": underprivileged, deprived, needy.

Example usage of "the disadvantaged": "We help the disadvantaged to find jobs.". More examples on the page.