privileged

privileged

adj

Definition of PRIVILEGED

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

1. He comes from a very privileged background.
2. The town attracts people who are wealthy and privileged.
3. The President's adviser has a privileged position of trust.
4. She had privileged access to the files.
5. Only the privileged few can become members of the club.

First Known Use of PRIVILEGED

14th century