Definition of privileged
- privileged classes
- a privileged communication
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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14th century
: having special rights or advantages that most people do not have
law : known only by the people who need to know
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