Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cliquiest

Adjective

/ˈklɪkiɪst/

Definition

Most exclusive or selective in terms of social groups or cliques.

Examples

The school’s cliquiest students often only hang out with each other during lunch.
At the party, I noticed that the cliquiest group was standing in the corner, whispering among themselves.
She found it hard to make new friends because the club was known to be one of the cliquiest around.

Meaning

The term ‘cliquiest’ refers to a group or environment that is characterized by a strong sense of exclusivity, where members are particularly selective about who is allowed to join or interact with them, often forming tight-knit social circles that may exclude others.