prerogative
/prɪˈrɒɡətɪv/ · /prɪˈrɑːɡətɪv/
CEFR level C2Topic GovernmentWord #7216 in the learning path
专有权利；特权
Definitions
n. a special right belonging to a particular person or group
专有权利；特权
Example
Choosing the final design is the team leader's prerogative.
选定最终设计方案是组长的专有权利。
Decisions about public spending should not be the exclusive prerogative of a small group of officials.
公共支出的决策不应成为少数官员独享的特权。
Collocations
- royal prerogative
- exclusive prerogative
- exercise a prerogative
Synonyms
- privilege
- entitlement
Usage tip
指特定身份享有的权利，不是人人都有的普通权利。
FAQ
- What does prerogative mean?
- a special right belonging to a particular person or group
- How is prerogative pronounced?
- UK /prɪˈrɒɡətɪv/, US /prɪˈrɑːɡətɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
