entitle — English Dictionary

Verb

1. To give a title to.

   Examples

   The deed entitled her to an undivided interest in the property.

2. To dignify by an honorary designation.

3. To give power or authority (to do something).

   Examples

   A passport entitles the bearer to travel to other countries.

4. To give rightful ownership.

5. To give a title to a book, film, play, etc.

   Examples

   His autobiography, entitled Life of a Driver, was a best-seller.

Verb

1. give the right to

   Broader terms

   empowerauthoriseauthorize

   Examples

   The Freedom of Information Act entitles you to request your FBI file

2. give a title to

   Synonyms

   title

   Broader terms

   namecallknow asbe known as

3. give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility

   Synonyms

   ennoblegentle

   Broader terms

   promoteupgradeadvancekick upstairsraiseelevate