privileges

NOUN

right, due

Synonyms

STRONGEST

advantage allowance authority authorization benefit concession 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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The latter isn’t limited to citizens, as the Privileges or Immunities Clause is, but applies to all persons.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Convention on Privileges and Immunities, he can do so whenever “the immunity would impede the course of justice.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Privileges for those in disciplinary segregation vary based on the amount of supervision required.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2024

Privileges come with being an ambassador for the game.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 25, 2023

After the bill was introduced, Stanton had the opportunity to testify before the Senate Committee on Privileges and Elections.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling