Word
privilege
Meanings
a special right or advantage given to a person or group
a special opportunity to do something enjoyable or important
to give someone a special right or advantage, often more than others
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Definition
A privilege is a special advantage or right that only some people have.
A privilege is a benefit, right, or advantage that is not available to everyone. It can come from your position, relationships, or membership in a group. People also use it to talk about having opportunities that others may not have.
Examples
- It is a privilege to work with a team that trusts me.
- You should treat access to this lab as a privilege, not a guarantee.
- She spoke about privilege after noticing how easily she could get help.
- They lost the privilege of using the company car because they broke the rules.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse privilege (a special advantage) with private (not public).
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