Meaning of the word disadvantaged in English

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disadvantaged

US /ˌdɪs.ədˈvæn.t̬ɪdʒd/
UK /ˌdɪs.ədˈvɑːn.tɪdʒd/
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Adjective

in an unfavorable, inferior, or deprived position

Example:
The program aims to help disadvantaged children.
They come from a disadvantaged background.
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