1. An area characterized by economic hardship, high unemployment, low income levels, and limited economic development
The government invested in infrastructure projects to revitalize the depressed region.
O governo investiu em projetos de infraestrutura para revitalizar a região deprimida.
2. A geographical area with lower standards of living and fewer economic opportunities compared to national averages
Young people are leaving the depressed region in search of better job prospects.
Os jovens estão deixando a região deprimida em busca de melhores perspectivas de emprego.