entitlement
intermediateB2/ɪnˈtaɪtəlmənt/ · en-ti-tle-ment
The belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment.
Meanings
The belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment.
یہ یقین کہ کوئی شخص طبعی طور پر خاص علاج یا فوائد کا حق دار ہے۔
حق
haq
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- entitlement to benefits
- sense of entitlement
- legal entitlement
Example Sentences
She feels a strong sense of entitlement due to her family's wealth.
وہ اپنے خاندان کی دولت کی وجہ سے ایک مضبوط حق کا احساس کرتی ہے۔
Woh apne khandan ki dolat ki wajah se aik mazboot haq ka ahsas karti hai.
The government's entitlement programs help many citizens.
حکومت کے حق حاصل کرنے کے پروگرام بہت سے شہریوں کی مدد کرتے ہیں۔
Hukoomat ke haq hasil karne ke program bohat se shehrion ki madad karte hain.
Entitlement can lead to a lack of gratitude and appreciation.
حق کے احساس کی وجہ سے شکر گزاری اور قدر میں کمی آسکتی ہے۔
Haq ke ahsas ki wajah se shukr guzari aur qadr mein kami aa sakti hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'entitlement' as having a 'ticket' to something you believe you deserve.
Imagine holding a ticket that grants you access to a VIP area, representing your claims or rights.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
جو بویا ہے وہی کاٹتا ہے۔
Jo boya hai wahi kaat'ta hai.
You reap what you sow.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "entitlāre" — to make or establish
First known use: 15th century
The term has evolved from its Latin roots through Old French into modern English, gaining specificity in legal and social contexts over time.