Underprivileged and Underclass

Underprivileged

Underprivileged adjective - Lacking the rights and advantages of other members of society.

Underclass and underprivileged are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Underclass" instead the word "Underprivileged" as an adjective or a noun.

Underclass

Underclass adjective - Belonging to the lowest and least privileged social stratum.
Usage example: underclass mothers and children
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Underprivileged and underclass are semantically related. You can use "Underprivileged" instead the word "Underclass" as an adjective or a noun.
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