Legal rights are the entitlements that individuals possess by virtue of being members of a certain community or society. These rights are protected by law and provide individuals with the ability to exercise control over their lives and to live with dignity. Synonyms for legal rights include civil liberties, human rights, fundamental rights, entitlements, lawful privileges, and just entitlements. Legal rights can be both positive and negative, with positive rights referring to the entitlement to something, such as the right to an education or healthcare, and negative rights referring to the protection from something, such as the right to freedom from torture or slavery. Regardless of the label used, legal rights are essential for ensuring that individuals are able to live fulfilling lives free from oppression and tyranny.