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Exclusivity

/ɪkˈskluː.sɪ.vɪ.ti/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    The state of being exclusive; the quality of being limited to a particular group.

    "The exclusivity of the club attracts wealthy members."
  2. 2

    A situation in which something is restricted to a particular group or individual.

    "The exclusivity of the event made it highly sought after."

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The term 'exclusivity' originates from the Latin word 'exclusivus', meaning 'to shut out'. It evolved through Middle French in the 19th century, where it retained the meaning of being limited to a select group, emphasizing social or economic barriers.

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