privileged
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
having special rights, wealth, or advantages that other people do not have.
possessing social, economic, or political advantages often unavailable to the general population.
Simple“She grew up in a privileged family and attended the best private schools.”
In context“The report highlights how students from privileged backgrounds continue to dominate high-ranking positions in the civil service.”
Antonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
describing information that is legally protected and does not have to be shared in court.
legally protected from discovery or disclosure in a court of law, typically due to the nature of the relationship between parties.
Simple“The lawyer explained that their conversation was privileged and could not be used as evidence.”
In context“The judge ruled that the internal emails were privileged and therefore exempt from the discovery process during the litigation.”
UsageOften used in the phrase 'attorney-client privileged information'.
SynonymsAntonymsdiscoverable - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
feeling very lucky or honoured to have a special opportunity.
experiencing a sense of honour or gratitude for being granted a specific opportunity or experience.
Simple“I felt very privileged to meet the president during his visit to our city.”
In context“The researchers felt privileged to be the first team allowed into the ancient tomb since its discovery a decade ago.”
“Now, they have walked out of their respective lives with the intention of atoning for their privileged existences through a “meaningfully violent act” against “a prominent American target”.”
“By the late 19th century, the Royal Society and the Royal Astronomical Society had a “ joint permanent eclipse committee ”, government funding and privileged access to the navy and colonial administrations.”