Privileged (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Not subject to usual rules or penalties; "a privileged statement".
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Examples
- Members of Congress enjoy certain privileged status and immunities, particularly regarding freedom of speech.
- Privileged statements in law cannot be used against a witness testifying on the stand in certain instances.
- Members of royalty in many cultures throughout history held a privileged place at the forefront of social life.
- People of privileged socioeconomic status often have greater access to quality education and career opportunities.
- Certain privileged guests at the exclusive event had access to restricted areas and personal meet-and-greets with the hosts.
Meaning 2
Blessed with privileges; "the privileged few".
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All adjective clusters.
Antonyms
Meaning 3
Confined to an exclusive group; "privy to inner knowledge"; "inside information"; "privileged information".
Classification
All adjective clusters.