Meaning
A privilege is a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group, often resulting from social, economic, or political factors, which can lead to systemic inequalities and disparities in access to resources o
💡 The term "privilege" is often used in discussions of social justice and equity; it is important to differentiate between systemic privilege and individual merit to avoid oversimplification of complex social dynamics.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
morning
Ana
follows
the
same
routine
:
she
walks
to
the
caf
é,
buys
a
small
coffee
,
and
sits
by
the
window
to
read
for
twenty
minutes
before
starting
work
.
She
has
learned
to
appreciate
these
quiet
moments
as
a
deliberate
pause
that
helps
her
organise
thoughts
and
set
priorities
for
the
day
.
Because
her
job
allows
flexible
hours
she
recognises
it
as
a
privilege
that
not
everyone
enjoys
,
and
this
awareness
shapes
how
she
spends
her
time
.
If
a
sudden
meeting
or
deadline
encroaches
,
she
simply
adjusts
her
schedule
rather
than
losing
the
calm
she
has
cultivated
,
which
reduces
stress
and
increases
her
focus
.
By
treating
that
half
hour
as
essential
rather
than
optional
,
she
gradually
built
a
habit
that
improved
her
productivity
and
shifted
her
perspective
on
work
–
life
balance
.
Common Phrases
social privilege
economic privilege
privilege of access
Synonyms
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