to give (a person or thing) a title, right, or claim to something; furnish with grounds for laying claim

His executive position entitled him to certain courtesies rarely accorded others.

to call by a particular title or name

What was the book entitled?

to designate (a person) by an honorary title.

verb

baptize , call , characterize , christen , denominate , designate , dub , nickname , style , subtitle , term , title , accredit , allow , authorize , be in line for , confer a right , empower , enable , enfranchise , fit for , have coming , let , license , make eligible , permit , qualify for , rate , warrant , commission , qualify , appoint , label , name , nominate