entitled
Group 6Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Believing oneself to be inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment GRE
Example in Context
The op-ed criticized a generation of executives who felt entitled to lavish compensation regardless of company performance.
Synonyms
privilegedspoileddeserving
Etymology
To give oneself a title of entitlement or privilege.
- entitle (Old French) — to give a title
Memory Aid
👑Sounds like “in title-d”
The queen felt ENTITLED to her throne, demanding, 'I'm IN TITLE-D to royal treatment!'
Visual Association
🥇A person wearing a crown, demanding a gold medal for just showing up.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “entitled” mean on the GRE?
entitled (adjective) means “Believing oneself to be inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment”. The op-ed criticized a generation of executives who felt entitled to lavish compensation regardless of company performance.
How to remember “entitled” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “entitled” sounds like “in title-d”. The queen felt ENTITLED to her throne, demanding, 'I'm IN TITLE-D to royal treatment!'
What are synonyms for “entitled”?
Common synonyms: privileged, spoiled, deserving.