exclusivity

noun

ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌek-ˌsklü-ˈsi-və-tē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
ik-
-ˈzi-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

Examples of exclusivity in a Sentence

a symbol of wealth and exclusivity
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For all the weekend’s action, Platinum and Centurion Amex members could reserve varying levels of exclusivity and access. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 4 May 2026 Bang for One’s Buck Being true to one’s identity also means carefully balancing exclusivity with accessibility and ensuring a sense of value for money. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 May 2026 Such exclusivity will get the first 200 guests a free Charburger, fries and beverage. Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026 But according to an analysis today from Eno Sarris, Andrew Baggarly and Dan Hayes, that exclusivity has dwindled over the past decade, to the point the stat itself is potentially devalued. Chris Branch, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exclusivity

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of exclusivity was in 1926

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“Exclusivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exclusivity. Accessed 5 May. 2026.

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exclusivity

noun
ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌeks-ˌklü-ˈsiv-ət-ē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
iks-
-ˈziv-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

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