1. A region or district experiencing economic decline, characterized by high unemployment, poverty, and lack of development or investment
The government launched initiatives to revitalize the depressed area.
O governo lançou iniciativas para revitalizar a área deprimida.
2. In geography and urban planning, a zone with lower socioeconomic indicators and reduced commercial or industrial activity
Many depressed areas require significant infrastructure investment.
Muitas áreas deprimidas requerem investimento significativo em infraestrutura.