1. things that a person is or should be morally or legally allowed to have, do, or expect
Usage: plural form of ‘right’
2. legal claims to ownership or control of property, ideas, or creative works
Usage: often used in legal contexts

Examples

• All citizens have equal rights under the law.
• The protesters demanded their civil rights be respected.
• She fought for women’s rights throughout her career.
• The company owns the rights to that popular song.
• Human rights are protected by international law.
• The author sold the movie rights to her novel.
• Workers have the right to form unions.
• The bill of rights guarantees freedom of speech.