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Meaning of entitlement
The state of having the right to something, especially a social or economic benefit.
Etymology of entitlement
The word "entitlement" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the verb "entitle," which means to give someone the right or title to something
The term is related to the Old French word "entituler," which is derived from the Latin "intitulare," meaning to give a title to something
Synonyms
privilege
right
claim
title
prerogative
due
birthright
inheritance
heritage
patrimony
bequest
legacy
endowment
allowance
grant
concession
exemption
immunity
liberty
freedom
authorization
permission
warrant
justification
grounds
basis
reason
assertion
declaration
affirmation
statement
allegation
accusation
indictment
charge
attribution
imputation
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Definitions
- The state of being entitled to something, especially a social or economic benefit
- A right or claim to something, especially one that is believed to be deserved
- The belief that one is deserving of or has a right to something
Usage Examples
- The company's employees felt a sense of entitlement to their pensions and benefits
- The new policy has created a sense of entitlement among the younger generation
- She believed she had an entitlement to the inheritance, as the sole heir to the estate