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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And the body-positivity movement of the 2010s and early 2020s—when models like Ashley Graham, Paloma Elsesser, and Tess Holliday created a dialogue around size inclusivity—seemed to build on promising momentum. Rory Satran, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026 Since then, Hathaway has been asked repeatedly about fighting for size inclusivity during production. Zack Sharf, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026 Talarico’s sermonic speeches are largely about inclusivity and justice. Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2026 The special will feature a lineup of A-listers, supermodels, athletes, pop culture stars and more for a runway show championing inclusivity and body positivity. Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 22 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 6 May. 2026.

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