C1verb formal 10K+

Entitle

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪnˈtaɪtl/","/ɪnˈtaɪtlz/","/ɪnˈtaɪtld/","/ɪnˈtaɪtlɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪnˈtaɪtl/","/ɪnˈtaɪtlz/","/ɪnˈtaɪtld/","/ɪnˈtaɪtlɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Entitle

to give somebody the right to have or to do something

In simple words: To give someone a right to do or have something.

Entitle in a sentence

• You will be entitled to your pension when you reach 66.
• Everyone's entitled to their own opinion.
• This ticket does not entitle you to travel first class.
• Of course, he's entitled to his opinion but I think he's wrong.
• Passengers will be entitled to a full refund of the cost of the ticket.
• The authorities were entitled to act as they did.
• The discount vouchers entitle you to money off your electricity bill.
• He read a poem entitled ‘Salt’.
• The company launched a huge marketing campaign entitled ‘Buy Blue’.

How to use Entitle

Use 'entitle' in formal writing when discussing rights or privileges. Avoid in casual conversations. It’s appropriate in legal contexts or official documents.

Grammar pattern

entitle + object + to + noun/verb

Memory hint

Sounds like 'in-title' — imagine a document that gives someone an official title or right.

Related words

Collocations with Entitle

• entitle someone to benefits
• entitle someone to receive
• entitled access
• entitled rights

Synonyms for Entitle

• entitle
• authorize
• permission
• grant
• permit

Opposites of Entitle

• disqualify
• deprive
• deny

Common mistakes with Entitle

• Confused with 'title', thinking they mean the same thing.
• Incorrectly using it without 'to', as in 'entitle her to vote'.

Frequently asked questions about Entitle

What does Entitle mean?

To give someone a right to do or have something.

What is the definition of Entitle?

to give somebody the right to have or to do something

How do you use Entitle in a sentence?

You will be entitled to your pension when you reach 66.

Can you give another example of Entitle?

Everyone's entitled to their own opinion.

What are synonyms for Entitle?

Common alternatives include entitle, authorize, permission, grant, permit.

What is the opposite of Entitle?

Opposite meanings include disqualify, deprive, deny.

What words go with Entitle?

It commonly pairs with entitle someone to benefits, entitle someone to receive, entitled access, entitled rights.

What are common mistakes when using Entitle?

Confused with 'title', thinking they mean the same thing. Incorrectly using it without 'to', as in 'entitle her to vote'.

How do you pronounce Entitle?

US: /["/ɪnˈtaɪtl/","/ɪnˈtaɪtlz/","/ɪnˈtaɪtld/","/ɪnˈtaɪtlɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈtaɪtl/","/ɪnˈtaɪtlz/","/ɪnˈtaɪtld/","/ɪnˈtaɪtlɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Entitle formal or informal?

"Entitle" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Entitle?

Use 'entitle' in formal writing when discussing rights or privileges. Avoid in casual conversations. It’s appropriate in legal contexts or official documents.

What CEFR level is Entitle?

"Entitle" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.