Word
exclusion
Meanings
the act or result of keeping someone or something out of a group, activity, or place
a rule or condition that prevents something from being included or considered
Definition
Exclusion is the act of leaving someone or something out of a group, activity, or consideration.
Exclusion refers to deliberately or effectively keeping people, things, or ideas out. It can happen through rules, decisions, or social behavior. The word often highlights the negative impact of not being included, such as unfairness or isolation. It can also describe something that is not covered or allowed in a particular system or agreement.
Examples
- The exclusion of junior staff from key meetings created a culture of silence and missed opportunities.
- I questioned the exclusion of alternative viewpoints, because the discussion became too predictable.
- They challenged the exclusion of certain neighborhoods from the survey, arguing that the results would be skewed.
- Her proposal explains the exclusion of outdated data sources and offers a transparent method for selecting replacements.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse exclusion with exception, but exclusion means being left out, while an exception is a special case that is allowed despite a rule.
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