noun
- the practice of excluding someone from a society or group
- in ancient Athens, a method of temporary banishment of a citizen by popular vote
Usage: historical
Examples
- The new student faced ostracism from his classmates after the incident.
- Social ostracism can have serious psychological effects on individuals.
- The whistleblower experienced ostracism from former colleagues.
- Ancient Greek ostracism was used to prevent tyranny.
- Her controversial views led to ostracism from the academic community.
- The family suffered ostracism from their religious community.
- Ostracism in ancient Athens lasted for ten years.