prerogative
3 synonyms for prerogative, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An exclusive right or privilege, often one attached to a particular rank, office, or position.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
perquisite
exclusive right
How to use prerogative
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
it's her prerogative
royal prerogative
exercise a prerogative
Etymology
From Latin praerogativa, originally "the group asked to vote first" in the Roman assembly — later came to mean any special right or privilege.
Full origin of prerogative →Frequently asked questions
What does “prerogative” mean?
The word “prerogative” means an exclusive right or privilege, often one attached to a particular rank, office, or position. In plain terms, a special right that belongs to someone because of who they are or the position they hold — it's their call, not yours.
How do you pronounce “prerogative”?
“Prerogative” is pronounced prih-ROG-uh-tihv (/pɹəˈɹɑɡ.ə.tɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “prerogative” in a sentence?
Here is “prerogative” used in a sentence: “Choosing the seating plan is the host's prerogative.”
What part of speech is “prerogative”?
“Prerogative” is a noun.
Where does the word “prerogative” come from?
The word “prerogative” comes from Latin. From Latin praerogativa, originally "the group asked to vote first" in the Roman assembly — later came to mean any special right or privilege.
Is “prerogative” a common word?
“Prerogative” is an uncommon word in modern English.
