- the fact of shutting out some other thing; incompatibility:The apparent mutual exclusivity of their claims might seem to lead to inevitable conflict and deadlock.
- the act or practice of shutting out all others from a relation, process, location, etc.:The vows of marriage speak of exclusivity, permanence, and total self-giving.The program encourages mothers to maintain breastfeeding exclusivity—no formula or solid food—for the first six months of their infant’s life.
- the tendency to resist including those who are different or do not meet a narrow set of criteria:The island’s population has maintained strong ties to cultural traditions—yet it is not a culture of exclusivity, but one that provides pathways for all to prosper.
- the fact or quality of catering to, or being restricted to, affluent or upper-class people, often by virtue of comparatively high prices:It is one of the most fashionable vacation hotspots in the world, with a reputation for exclusivity, luxury, and breathtaking beauty.
- a provision in a contract or piece of legislation that shuts out competition:Ending handset exclusivity will allow cell phone carriers to attract customers based on network quality and the services offered.
