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disadvantaged (adjective)

Describes individuals, groups, or communities who lack basic resources, opportunities, or advantages that are available to most others in society. This often leads to difficulties in areas like education, employment, or health due to systemic barriers.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'DIS' as 'DISTANCE.' A disadvantaged person is at a DISTANCE from the ADVANTAGES that others have.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'disadvantaged' to mean 'disabled'. → The student has a disability.

Saying 'the disadvantaged is...' → The disadvantaged are...

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