noun
- a policy or practice of excluding or shutting out certain groups of people from participation, membership, or access to rights and privileges
Usage: often used in political and social contexts; typically carries a negative connotation
Examples
- The organization was criticized for its exclusionism toward minority members.
- Exclusionism in hiring practices has been illegal in many countries for decades.
- The political movement's exclusionism based on national origin drew widespread protest.
- Educational exclusionism prevents disadvantaged students from accessing quality schools.
- Critics argue that the club's membership policies reflect outdated exclusionism.