prerogative
UK: /prɪˈrɒɡ.ə.tɪv/ | US: /prɪˈrɑː.ɡə.t̬ɪv/
n. a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or group
n. an advantage or immunity granted beyond ordinary rights
prerogative = pre<before> + rog<ask> + ative<adjective suffix>
- pre (Latin prae-): "before" (in time or priority)
- rog (Latin rogare): "to ask" (as in interrogate)
- ative (Latin -ativus): suffix forming adjectives (e.g., decorative)
Etymology Origin:
Derived from Latin praerogativa (a tribe or group "asked before" others in voting, signifying priority). In Roman assemblies, the praerogativa centuria was the first group to cast votes, setting a precedent. Over time, the term evolved to denote exclusive rights or privileges tied to rank or status, reflecting the original concept of "being asked first."
The CEO exercised her prerogative to veto the proposal.
Education is often seen as a prerogative of the wealthy.
It’s the teacher’s prerogative to assign extra homework.
Royal prerogatives include granting pardons.
He claimed it was his artistic prerogative to ignore criticism.