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entitled
[en-tahyt-ld]
adjective
called by the title indicated.
In my paper so entitled, I explore the idea that "Robust Democracy Is National Security."
having a right or legitimate claim to something.
The inheritance passes to the legally entitled heir.
assuming or acting as though one has an innate right or claim to wealth, success, recognition, etc..
I was so entitled and self-centered that I never noticed the injustices around me.
verb
the simple past tense and past participle of entitle.
Other Word Forms
- unentitled adjective
- well-entitled adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of entitled1
Example Sentences
Under Kenyan law, individuals in police custody are entitled to specific protections, including the right to legal representation and communication with advocates or support persons.
He came across as entitled and arrogant, even though the context of this comment was merely in terms of his dealings with the media.
The email contains a section entitled "inaccurate news reporting", having earlier in the week heavily criticised media organisations for "fabricated and exaggerated narratives".
They also pointed to changes which mean dads will soon no longer have to be employed by a company for 26 weeks to be entitled to statutory paternity leave.
Unless separately appearing in state or federal court on criminal charges, people in civil immigration proceedings are typically not entitled to a court-appointed lawyer.
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