C1noun 2K

Privilege

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈprɪvəlɪdʒ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈprɪvəlɪdʒ/"]/

Meaning of Privilege

a special right or advantage that a particular person or group of people has

In simple words: A special right or advantage that some people have.

Privilege in a sentence

• Having a good education is often seen as a privilege rather than a right.
• Access to clean water is considered a basic privilege for all humans.
• He used his privilege to bypass the usual lines and get special treatment.
• In some countries, political privilege allows certain officials to avoid prosecution.
• Teachers have the privilege of influencing young minds and shaping their futures.
• The lawyer claimed attorney-client privilege to keep the conversation confidential.
• She enjoyed the privilege of having private access to confidential documents.

How to use Privilege

Use when discussing advantages based on class, status, or specific rights. It's often used in social justice contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversations unless relevant.

Grammar pattern

privilege + object

Memory hint

Think of 'private legs' — imagine someone with legs that take them places others can't go.

Related words

Collocations with Privilege

• exclusive
• special
• class
• enjoy
• exercise
• have
• enormous
• great
• rare
• have
• give somebody

Synonyms for Privilege

• honour

Opposites of Privilege

• disadvantage
• inequality
• hardship

Common mistakes with Privilege

• Confused with 'privilage' — misspelling.
• Omitting the 'e' when used as a noun — 'privilege' vs 'privildge'.
• Using it inappropriately as a verb — 'to privilege' in informal contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Privilege

What does Privilege mean?

A special right or advantage that some people have.

What is the definition of Privilege?

a special right or advantage that a particular person or group of people has

How do you use Privilege in a sentence?

Having a good education is often seen as a privilege rather than a right.

Can you give another example of Privilege?

Access to clean water is considered a basic privilege for all humans.

What are synonyms for Privilege?

Common alternatives include honour.

What is the opposite of Privilege?

Opposite meanings include disadvantage, inequality, hardship.

What words go with Privilege?

It commonly pairs with exclusive, special, class, enjoy, exercise, have, enormous, great, rare, have, give somebody.

What are common mistakes when using Privilege?

Confused with 'privilage' — misspelling. Omitting the 'e' when used as a noun — 'privilege' vs 'privildge'. Using it inappropriately as a verb — 'to privilege' in informal contexts.

How do you pronounce Privilege?

US: /["/ˈprɪvəlɪdʒ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈprɪvəlɪdʒ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Privilege?

Use when discussing advantages based on class, status, or specific rights. It's often used in social justice contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversations unless relevant.

What CEFR level is Privilege?

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