prerogative
nounUK /prɪˈrɒɡətɪv/
US /prɪˈrɑːɡətɪv/
A special right that someone has because of who they are or what job they do.
It is the manager's prerogative to decide who works on which project.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A special power or right that belongs to a particular group or position.
The queen used her royal prerogative to pardon the prisoner.
3. The exclusive right of a person or group to make certain decisions.
Choosing the final design is the artist's prerogative.
4. A natural or legal right that cannot be taken away.
Voting is a prerogative of every adult citizen.