Exclusion

/ɛkˈskluːʒən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of excluding or the state of being excluded.

The exclusion of certain groups from the event led to significant criticism.

a rule or condition that prevents someone from participating or being included.

The company's policy has an exclusion that prevents freelancers from joining the health plan.

the process of deliberately leaving something out.

The exclusion of non-essential items from the budget helped the project stay on track.

a feeling of being left out or not included.

Her exclusion from the group activities made her feel isolated and unhappy.

a condition of not being allowed or considered.

The exclusion of certain evidence from the trial altered the outcome significantly.

From Latin 'exclusio', from 'excludere' meaning 'to shut out'.

social exclusion

The process by which individuals or groups are systematically blocked from various rights, opportunities, and resources.

exclusion zone

An area where certain activities are prohibited to protect safety or security.

exclusionary rule

A legal principle that excludes evidence obtained in violation of a defendant's constitutional rights.

excluded

To have been left out or not permitted to participate.

inclusive

Including all the services or items normally expected.

To be cut out of a social group.

After the argument, he felt like the exclusion was real.

To not be invited to a party or event.

I heard about the party, but my exclusion wasn't a surprise.