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PRIVILEGE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Privilege.

How to pronounce privilege:

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Privilege - as a noun

A special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all

A right reserved exclusively by a particular person or group (especially a hereditary or official right)

Example: "Suffrage was the prerogative of white adult males"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exclusive rightperquisiteprerogative
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
right
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(law) the right to refuse to divulge information obtained in a confidential relationship

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
right
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Privilege - as a verb

Bestow a privilege upon

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
favorfavour

Example Sentences

"Having a car is a privilege not everyone can afford."
"She grew up in a wealthy family and lived a life of privilege."
"As a citizen, you have the privilege to vote in elections."
"Being able to travel is a privilege I do not take for granted."
"He abused his power and used his position of privilege to exploit others."
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Word Game Points

Is PRIVILEGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, privilege is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRIVILEGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PRIVILEGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, privilege is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRIVILEGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PRIVILEGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, privilege is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRIVILEGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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