Synonyms for

Entitlement

Verb / eˈntaɪtʌlmʌnt / Another word for entitlement — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment.

Synonyms & similar words

privilege right claim perquisite advantage exemption immunity authorization permission dispensation grant rightfulness due deservedness merit birthright entitlements benefits accommodation

Synonyms by register

Formal

right privilege claim prerogative

Informal

due what's owed what's coming to you

Literary

birthright inheritance

Antonyms

humility obligation duty responsibility service dependence subservience

Common collocations

  • sense of entitlement
  • feeling of entitlement
  • entitlement complex
  • social entitlement
  • legal entitlement
  • entitlement program
  • entitlement reform
  • claim entitlement

Word family

noun entitlement
verb entitle
adjective entitled

Usage note

Often used negatively to describe an unreasonable belief that one deserves special treatment. Can also refer to a legal or moral right to something.

Example sentences

  1. The businessman felt a sense of entitlement because of his wealth.
  2. Some people believe that their entitlements are being taken away.
  3. Entitlement programs provide assistance to those in need.
  4. He had a strong entitlement mentality and felt he deserved everything.
  5. She felt a sense of entitlement to the promotion despite not meeting the qualifications.

Quotes

  • "Entitlement is a delusion built on self-centeredness and laziness."
  • "Entitlement is the opposite of enchantment."
  • "An attitude of entitlement is simply gratitude's nemesis."

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