birthright
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for birthright, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A privilege, possession, or status someone is entitled to simply because of the family or place they were born into.
Synonyms
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How to use birthright
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A compound of "birth" and "right" — a right owed to someone from birth.
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What does “birthright” mean?
The word “birthright” means a privilege, possession, or status someone is entitled to simply because of the family or place they were born into. In plain terms, something you're entitled to just by being born into a particular family, place, or position.
How do you pronounce “birthright”?
“Birthright” is pronounced BURTH-ryt (/ˈbɝθ.ɹaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “birthright” in a sentence?
Here is “birthright” used in a sentence: “He believed a good education was every child's birthright.”
What part of speech is “birthright”?
“Birthright” is a noun.