privilege

Definition

  • noun: a right or benefit that is given to some people and not to others
  • noun: a right or immunity granted as a peculiar benefit, advantage, or favor
  • synonyms: liberty, franchise, immunity

Examples

  • The prisoner's exercise 'privileges' were taken away. [=the prisoner was no longer allowed to exercise]

  • attorney-client 'privilege' [=the right an attorney has to keep information shared by a client secret]

  • children of 'privilege' [=privileged children; children from wealthy families with high social status]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) We might as well get together on this yielding business right off the bat. I had some good coaching last night - - and if I yield only for a question or a personal privilege - - I can hold this floor until doomsday! I've got a piece to speak and blow hot or cold, I'm gonna speak it! - Yield how? (..)
    1939 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington