entitlement

Definitions of "entitlement"
  1. The state of having a legal or rightful claim to something
  2. A guaranteed right to receive benefits, often legally or contractually set, for example through an insurance policy
  3. A governmental program delivering benefits to a group of people who are legally identified as qualifying for those benefits
How to use "entitlement" in a sentence
  1. After years of service, her entitlement to benefits was recognized.
  2. The contract clearly outlines the entitlement of the employees in case of a layoff.
  3. The new entitlement program will provide support to all individuals who meet the eligibility criteria.

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