rights
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
The freedoms and protections that people are entitled to by law or by moral principle.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
freedoms
entitlements
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The organisation campaigns for the _____ of disabled workers."
Answer: rights
In your own words, what does "rights" mean?
The freedoms and protections that people are entitled to by law or by moral principle.
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