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PRIVILEGING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Privileging.

Privileging - as a noun

A special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all

A right reserved exclusively by a particular person or group (especially a hereditary or official right)

Example: "Suffrage was the prerogative of white adult males"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exclusive rightperquisite21prerogative17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
right9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(law) the right to refuse to divulge information obtained in a confidential relationship

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
right9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Privileging - as a verb

Bestow a privilege upon

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
favor11favour12

Example Sentences

"The privileging of certain individuals based on their race is discriminatory."
"The privileging of wealth in our society perpetuates inequality."
"The privileging of celebrities in the media is problematic."
"The privileging of one's own opinions can hinder open-mindedness."
"The privileging of tradition over progress can stifle innovation."
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Word Game Points

Is PRIVILEGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, privileging is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRIVILEGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is PRIVILEGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, privileging is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRIVILEGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is PRIVILEGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, privileging is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRIVILEGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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