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entitlement

noun
/ɪnˈtaɪtəlmənt/

Meaning

the belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment; a right to benefits

Example Sentences

The program provides entitlement to health care.

Synonyms

right, privilege, claim, prerogative

Antonyms

disqualification, exclusion

Collocations

social entitlement, entitlement program, sense of entitlement, entitlement benefits

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