prerogative

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/pɹɪˈɹɒɡ.ə.tɪv/ English

Definitions

noun

A hereditary or official right or privilege.
A right, or power that is exclusive to a monarch etc, especially such a power to make a decision or judgement.
A right, especially when due to one's position or role.
A property, attribute or ability which gives one a superiority or advantage over others; an inherent advantage or privilege; a talent.

adjective

Having a hereditary or official right or privilege.

Related words

Synonyms

exclusive right perquisite privilege privileged jurisdiction droit authority purview law wardship domain claim responsibility competence virtue concessionaire

Associated

mandamus certiorari writ dictatorial mercy pardon exercised monarch discretionary dissolve canterbury appoint

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