Definition

Having more advantages or opportunities than is normal or fair, often leading to a lack of understanding of the struggles of others.

Example

Some people believe that overprivileged individuals do not appreciate the hard work that others put in to succeed.

Conversation

I feel like some people are just so overprivileged these days.

Yeah, they have access to opportunities that most of us can't even imagine.

It's frustrating because it makes things seem so unfair.

Totally, it’s like they don’t even realize how lucky they are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overprivileged → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "privileged" (from Latin "privilegium", meaning a law affecting an individual or a group). The word describes someone who has excessive privileges or advantages compared to others.

Memory Tip

Think of someone having 'excessive' ('over-') 'advantages' ('privileged') — that's why overprivileged means having too many privileges.

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