privilege

[priv-uh-lij, priv-lij] / ˈprɪv ə lɪdʒ, ˈprɪv lɪdʒ /

NOUN

right, due

Synonyms

STRONGEST

advantage allowance authority authorization benefit concession due entitlement exemption freedom immunity license opportunity prerogative right

STRONG

appanage appurtenance birthright boon chance charter claim event favor franchise grant liberty perquisite sanction

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disadvantage hindrance loss misfortune refusal responsibility restriction

STRONG

disapproval

WEAK

detriment

Example Sentences

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It's a privilege to be in this room with you all.

From BBC

Meanwhile, his agent said it was "a privilege to be a part of his creative journey" - and said he had "cherished his time portraying Charlie Slater".

From BBC

“Pressure is a privilege. That’s how I look at it,” Reed said.

From Los Angeles Times

Often those tapped to enter the pipeline for national teams come from privilege, given the need for cleats, uniforms and three meals a day.

From The Wall Street Journal

The DMV reviews the case and the driver’s history to determine next steps, with the ability to impose penalties that could include the suspension or revocation of driving privileges.

From Los Angeles Times

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