- lacking the normal or usual necessities and comforts of life, as proper housing, educational opportunities, job security, adequate medical care, etc.: The government extends help to disadvantaged minorities.
- disadvantaged persons collectively: The senator advocates increased funding for federal programs that aid the disadvantaged.
- socially or economically deprived or discriminated against
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