Cliquishly: meaning, definitions and examples
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cliquishly
[ ˈklɪkɪʃli ]
social behavior
In a cliquishly manner means to act in a way that is exclusive and promotes a sense of belonging within a group while often alienating those outside of it. This term is often used to describe interactions within social or peer groups that create invisible barriers.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- They cliquishly ignored anyone who didn't fit in.
- Her cliquishly formed group often excluded newcomers.
- The members interacted cliquishly, making it hard for outsiders to join.
- In school, the students often acted cliquishly during lunch.
Translations
Translations of the word "cliquishly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 de forma excluisiva
🇮🇳 क्लिकिश तरीके से
🇩🇪 cliquenhaft
🇮🇩 secara klikel
🇺🇦 кліковим способом
🇵🇱 klikiem
🇯🇵 クリク的に
🇫🇷 de manière clanique
🇪🇸 de manera cerrada
🇹🇷 kliğe özgü
🇰🇷 클릭적으로
🇸🇦 بطريقة مغلقة
🇨🇿 klikovitě
🇸🇰 klikovo
🇨🇳 小圈子地
🇸🇮 klikasto
🇮🇸 klíkulega
🇰🇿 кликшілдік
🇬🇪 კლიკურად
🇦🇿 kliqlara uyğun
🇲🇽 de manera cerrada
Etymology
The word 'cliquishly' is derived from the noun 'clique', which originated in the early 19th century. 'Clique' comes from the French word 'clique', meaning a group of people who associate closely, typically to the exclusion of others. The adverbial form 'cliquishly' emerged to describe actions or behaviors that reflect the characteristics typical of a clique. This term has become significant in sociological discussions regarding social dynamics, particularly in the study of group behavior and social stratification. Its usage has evolved alongside discussions about social inclusion and exclusion, particularly within educational and professional contexts.