privileged
adjective
priv·i·leged
ˈpriv-lijd 
ˈpri-və-
1
: having or enjoying one or more privileges
privileged classes
2
: not subject to the usual rules or penalties because of some special circumstance
especially
: not subject to disclosure in a court of law
a privileged communication
Examples of privileged in a Sentence
He comes from a very privileged background.
The town attracts people who are wealthy and privileged.
The President's adviser has a privileged position of trust.
She had privileged access to the files.
Only the privileged few can become members of the club.
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To say nothing of the ongoing drama with Paramount president Jeff Shell, currently under investigation for allegedly leaking privileged information to an outside party – one suing him for $150 million.
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Matt Donnelly, Variety, 14 Mar. 2026
Sarah Michelle Gellar and Shawn Hatosy offset the sibling bond between Grace and Faith, representing a much more privileged, albeit dark, upbringing.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2026
Democrats have the ability to force votes on the Iran conflict under the War Powers Act, which creates a privileged pathway for resolutions ordering the halt of military action not authorized by Congress.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 9 Mar. 2026
And, thanks to its privileged location, the hotel has a small private beach on one side and a patio where guests can dive directly into the sea on the other.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2026
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Matt Donnelly, Variety, 14 Mar. 2026
Sarah Michelle Gellar and Shawn Hatosy offset the sibling bond between Grace and Faith, representing a much more privileged, albeit dark, upbringing.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2026
Democrats have the ability to force votes on the Iran conflict under the War Powers Act, which creates a privileged pathway for resolutions ordering the halt of military action not authorized by Congress.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 9 Mar. 2026
And, thanks to its privileged location, the hotel has a small private beach on one side and a patio where guests can dive directly into the sea on the other.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for privileged
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“Privileged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/privileged. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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