Exclusion

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈskluʒən/

Definitions of exclusion

noun the act of excluding or the state of being excluded; the process or state of being kept out; the act of leaving out or omitting

Example Sentences

Examples of exclusion in a Sentence

formal The policy clearly states the criteria for exclusion from the program.

informal They decided to leave him out, but I'm not sure of the reason for the exclusion.

slang She got kicked out of the group chat, total exclusion.

figurative The artist's unique style sets him apart from the rest, creating a sense of exclusion in the art world.

Grammatical Forms of exclusion

• past tense: excluded
• plural: exclusions
• comparative: more exclusion
• superlative: most exclusion
• present tense: exclude
• future tense: will exclude
• perfect tense: have excluded
• continuous tense: is excluding
• singular: exclusion
• positive degree: excluded
• infinitive: to exclude
• gerund: excluding
• participle: excluding

Origin and Evolution of exclusion

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'exclusion' originated from the Latin word 'exclusio', which comes from the verb 'excludere' meaning 'to shut out'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'exclusion' has retained its original meaning of keeping something or someone out, but it has also evolved to encompass a broader concept of rejection or denial of access or participation.