entitle

American  

[en-tahyt-l] / ɛnˈtaɪt l /

Sometimes intitle

verb (used with object)

entitled, entitling

1. to give (a person or thing) a title, right, or claim to something; furnish with grounds for laying claim.

   His executive position entitled him to certain courtesies rarely accorded others.

   Synonyms:

   qualify , authorize

2. to call by a particular title or name.

   What was the book entitled?

3. to designate (a person) by an honorary title.

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entitle British  

/ ɪnˈtaɪtəl /

verb

1. to give (a person) the right to do or have something; qualify; allow

2. to give a name or title to

3. to confer a title of rank or honour upon

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Other Word Forms

• entitlement noun
• preentitle verb (used with object)
• subentitle verb (used with object)

Etymology

Origin of entitle

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English entitlen, from Anglo-French entitler, variant of Middle French entituler, from Late Latin intitulāre; en- ¹, title

Example Sentences

The report from the 24 agents, entitled “A Pulse Check of the First Six Months,” was obtained by the New York Post.

From Salon

"After appeals, those who are entitled to funds will receive them."

From Barron's

The Utah Supreme Court ruled in 2021 that the man was entitled to a third of Heater’s estate.

From The Wall Street Journal

Created in the mid-1960s, the office investigates complaints about a range of issues, such as school segregation, unfair discipline practices and whether students with disabilities or English learners are receiving the services they’re entitled to.

From Los Angeles Times

You were a gracious host and friend to someone who, unfortunately, felt entitled to your time and money.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• allow
• authorize
• empower
• enable
• permit
• warrant