Deprive

Pronunciation: /dɪˈpraɪv/

Deprive (verb)

  1. To stop someone from having something they need or want, especially for a period of time.
  2. To make a person or group lack something important, such as food, sleep, or safety.
  3. To prevent someone from having a right or benefit that they should be able to use.

Examples

  • The system deprives users of access after too many failed attempts.
  • The manager deprives staff of access to the files without permission.