inclusive
/in'klu:siv/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Including everything or all the stated limits: "Inclusive" describes something that contains or encompasses all parts, elements, or costs, especially within specified boundaries. It often indicates that the first and last items in a range are part of the total.
- Open to all; not excluding any particular group of people: In social contexts, "inclusive" means aiming to include and accommodate people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities, ensuring no one is left out or discriminated against.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The price is inclusive of all taxes and service charges. (The price contains all taxes and service charges within it.)
- The conference is from the 10th to the 12th of July, inclusive. (This means the conference takes place on the 10th, 11th, and 12th of July.)
- We are striving to create a more inclusive workplace culture. (We are trying to create a work environment that welcomes and values everyone.)
- The tour offers an inclusive package covering flights, hotels, and meals. (The tour package includes flights, hotels, and meals as part of the total.)
Advanced Usage
- "to be inclusive of something": to contain something as part of a whole.
- The rent is inclusive of utilities. (The rent payment includes the cost of utilities.)
- In mathematical or logical sets: describing a set that contains all its limit points.
- The interval is inclusive of its endpoints. (The endpoints are part of the interval.)
- Inclusive language: Language that avoids expressions that might exclude or marginalize particular groups of people.
- Using "they" as a singular pronoun is an example of inclusive language.
Variants and Related Words
- Inclusively (adverb): In a way that includes everything or everyone.
- The event was advertised inclusively to the entire community.
- Inclusiveness (noun): The quality of including many different types of people and treating them all fairly and equally.
- The school promotes an atmosphere of inclusiveness.
- All-inclusive (adjective): Including everything or everyone. (Note: This is a compound word listed separately as a variant).
- We booked an all-inclusive resort vacation.
Synonyms
- Comprehensive: Covering completely or broadly.
- Encompassing: Including a wide range of things.
- Overall: Including or considering everything.
Antonyms
- Exclusive: Excluding or not admitting other things or people.
- Limited: Restricted in scope, extent, or amount.
- Narrow: Of limited scope; not inclusive.
Related Phrases
- Inclusive of: Having (something) as part of a whole.
- The total cost, inclusive of delivery, is $50.
- Inclusive education: A system where students with and without disabilities learn together.
- The district has a strong commitment to inclusive education.
Adjective
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including much or everything; and especially including stated limits
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an inclusive art form
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an inclusive fee
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his concept of history is modern and inclusive
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from Monday to Friday inclusive
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