Cliquier: meaning, definitions and examples
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cliquier
[ หklษชkษชษr ]
social group
A cliquier is a term referring to an individual who is a member of a clique, often characterized by exclusive and tight-knit social interactions. Such individuals tend to engage in behavior that supports the norms and dynamics within their clique, which can influence social hierarchies and relationships.
Synonyms
exclusive group member, insider, socialite.
Examples of usage
- He felt like a cliquier in the new school, always on the outside looking in.
- The group of cliquiers dominated the social scene at the university.
- Being a cliquier often means prioritizing the group's interests over individual ones.
Translations
Translations of the word "cliquier" in other languages:
๐ต๐น clicar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฒเคฟเค เคเคฐเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช klicken
๐ฎ๐ฉ klik
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะปัะบะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ kliknฤ ฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ใฏใชใใฏใใ
๐ซ๐ท cliquer
๐ช๐ธ hacer clic
๐น๐ท tฤฑkladฤฑฤฤฑnฤฑz
๐ฐ๐ท ํด๋ฆญํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูููุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ kliknout
๐ธ๐ฐ kliknรบลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ็นๅป
๐ธ๐ฎ klikniti
๐ฎ๐ธ smella
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตััาฏ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kliklษmษk
๐ฒ๐ฝ hacer clic
Etymology
The term 'cliquier' finds its roots in the word 'clique,' which is derived from the French word of the same spelling, meaning a small, exclusive group of friends or associates. The word 'clique' itself entered the English language in the late 19th century, primarily referring to groups that form around shared interests, social standing, or other commonalities. The suffix '-ier' is often used in English to denote a member of a group or a person who performs a certain role. Thus, 'cliquier' emerged as a term to describe someone who is an active part of such exclusive social bands. This concept reflects broader social dynamics, where belonging to a clique can often lead to both positive camaraderie as well as negative implications, such as social exclusion or pressure to conform. Over time, the understanding and perception of cliquiers have evolved, reflecting changes in societal views on friendship, loyalty, and social interaction.