Privilege
/ˈpɹɪv(ɪ)lɪdʒ/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:15 ptsWWF:19 pts9 letters
Definition of Privilege
noun
- (ecclesiastical law) An exemption from certain laws granted by the Pope.
- A particular benefit, advantage, or favor; a right or immunity enjoyed by some but not others; a prerogative, preferential treatment.
"All first-year professors here must teach four courses a term, yet you're only teaching one! What entitled you to such a privilege?"
- An especially rare or fortunate opportunity; the good fortune (to do something).
- The fact of being privileged; the status or existence of (now especially social or economic) benefit or advantage within a given society.
- A right or immunity enjoyed by a legislative body or its members.
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advantageforedealclaimlibertyfranchisefreelageimmunityprerogativerightpermission