Entitled
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈtaɪtl̩d/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Entitled is an adjective meaning (literally) Having a title.
Meaning
(literally) Having a title.
More Meanings
- Having a legal or moral right or claim to something.
- simple past and past participle of entitle
- (figuratively) Convinced of one's own righteousness (self-righteousness) or the justifiability of one's actions or status, especially wrongly so; demanding and pretentious.
Example Sentences
Her book is entitled 'My Autobiography'.
He feels entitled to other people's respect.
As a natural-born citizen I am entitled to run for president.
If you were injured at work you may be entitled to compensation.
Synonyms for entitled
Depending on context, synonyms include authorized, empowered, eligible, titled.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include eligible, titled, entitlement, droit, duty, eligibility.
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