privileged Meaning & Definition
/ˈpɹɪv(ɪ)lɪd͡ʒd/
What Does Privileged Mean?
As a verb, privileged means simple past and past participle of privilege. As an adjective, it means Having special privileges.
Quick Facts About Privileged
| Part of speech | verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈpɹɪv(ɪ)lɪd͡ʒd/ |
| Synonyms | exempt, exclusive and inner |
| Antonyms | underprivileged |
| Comparative / superlative | more privileged, most privileged |
Privileged Definition (Verb)
- simple past and past participle of privilege
Privileged as an Adjective
- Having special privileges.
- Not subject to legal discovery due to a protected status.
Verb
- To grant some particular right or exemption to; to invest with a peculiar right or immunity; to authorize
to privilege representatives from arrest
- To bring or put into a condition of privilege or exemption from evil or danger; to exempt; to deliver.
Synonyms of Privileged
Privileged synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Privileged
Privileged in a Sentence
to privilege representatives from arrest
Word Forms & Grammar
privileged
privileged (comparative more privileged, superlative most privileged)
Words That Rhyme With Privileged
underpriviledged
Common Questions About Privileged
Is privileged a verb or an adjective?
Privileged is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is another word for privileged?
Close synonyms of privileged are exempt, exclusive and inner. See the full list of privileged synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of privileged?
The opposite of privileged is underprivileged.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of privileged?
The comparative form is more privileged and the superlative form is most privileged.