disadvantaged

US /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

UK /ˌdɪsədˈvɑ:ntɪdʒd/

B1

adjective

  • Being underprivileged; lacking things needed
  • Lacking the standard resources or opportunities available to most people.

other

  • Past tense of putting someone in an unfavorable position.