Entitlement
/ɪnˈtaɪtəlmənt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The fact of having a right to something.
Her entitlement to the property was established by the will.
The belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment.
His sense of entitlement made him difficult to work with.
A government program that guarantees certain benefits to a particular group.
Social Security is a major entitlement program in the United States.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'entitle' meaning to give a right to.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sense of entitlement
A belief that one deserves certain privileges or treatment.
entitlement mentality
The belief that one is deserving of benefits or care without having to work for them.
healthcare entitlement
Government-provided healthcare services that one is eligible to receive.
Related Words
entitle
To give someone the right to do or have something.
right
A moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something.
Slang Meanings
Entitled
That kid is so entitled; he always expects special treatment.
Give me that
She acts like she owns the place, so I just call her 'give me that' instead of her name.