inclusivity

noun

in·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty in-(ˌ)klü-ˈsi-və-tē How to pronounce inclusivity (audio)
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: the quality or state of being inclusive : inclusiveness

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Leaving out a major consumer For plus-size shoppers, inclusivity has retreated rapidly in the last few years. Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2026 The Peachtree’s 10K distance ensures inclusivity for everyone, from elite world-class runners to those running their first-ever event. AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026 The ladies partook in conversations discussing inclusivity and female power, signed autographs and posed for selfies. Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026 Her shows represent inclusivity, and ‘Bridgerton’ even has people with disabilities. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inclusivity

Word History

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inclusivity was in 1929

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“Inclusivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inclusivity. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.

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