privilege

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈpɹɪv(ɪ)lɪdʒ/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

(ecclesiastical law) An exemption from certain laws granted by the Pope.

2 Definition

A particular benefit, advantage, or favor; a right or immunity enjoyed by some but not others; a prerogative, preferential treatment.

Synonyms
franchise freelage immunity prerogative right
Example Sentences
  • All first-year professors here must teach four courses a term, yet you're only teaching one! What entitled you to such a privilege?
3 Definition

An especially rare or fortunate opportunity; the good fortune (to do something).

4 Definition

The fact of being privileged; the status or existence of (now especially social or economic) benefit or advantage within a given society.

Synonyms
advantage foredeal
5 Definition

A right or immunity enjoyed by a legislative body or its members.

Synonyms
immunity
6 Definition

A stock market option.

7 Definition

A common law doctrine that protects certain communications from being used as evidence in court.

Example Sentences
  • Your honor, my client is not required to answer that; her response is protected by attorney-client privilege.
8 Definition

An ability to perform an action on the system that can be selectively granted or denied to users.

Synonyms
permission
Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To grant some particular right or exemption to; to invest with a peculiar right or immunity; to authorize

Example Sentences
  • to privilege representatives from arrest
2 Definition

To bring or put into a condition of privilege or exemption from evil or danger; to exempt; to deliver.