The Difference between Inclusive and Exclusive | Britannica Dictionary (2024)

What is the difference between 'inclusive' and 'exclusive'?

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'Inclusive' means "including everything" or "open to everyone; not limited to certain people" An all-inclusive resort/cruise is a resort/cruise that includes everything--the cost covers your room, meals, drinks, etc. An inclusive organization/club/company is open to everyone regardless of who they are, their social/economic status, the color of their skin, their sexual orientation, their religion, their gender identity, etc. Below are some examples of how inclusive is used in a sentence.

• He paid for an inclusive cruise so that he would not be surprised by a bill at the end of his vacation.
• The inclusive organization wants to make sure all of its members feel welcome and respected.
• The company hired a consultant to help them build an inclusive workspace.

'Exclusive' means "not shared" or "available to only a few people." Something that is exclusive will exclude certain things, people, or groups. An exclusive restaurant, hotel, or school may only be available to people who have a lot of money. Below are some examples of how exclusive is used in a sentence.

• The news station got an exclusive [=only for their news outlet, not to other news outlets] interview with the governor.
• The store promoted an exculive offer available only to their customers who were loyalty club members.
• It was an exclusive party only attended by the most well-known celebrities.

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