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pre·rog·a·tive
 prerogative
- pronunciation:
- pr
ra
g
tihv
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
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noun |
| definition 1: |
an exclusive right or privilege derived from one's office, position, age, citizenship, birth, or the like.
As a resident of the city, it is your prerogative to vote in city elections, but no one can force you to, of course.- synonyms:
- privilege, right
- similar words:
- birthright, droit, due, liberty
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| definition 2: |
a right or privilege enjoyed by a person or group.
I'm an adult, and it's my prerogative to decide whom I will marry.- synonyms:
- privilege, right
- similar words:
- option
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| related words: |
claim, concession, freedom, power, privilege |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
of, derived from, or utilizing a prerogative.
- similar words:
- rightful
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