Exclude: meaning, definitions and examples

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exclude

[ ɪkˈskluːd ]

^{Context #1}

exclude from consideration

To exclude means to deliberately not include something in a particular decision or group, because it is not suitable or not relevant.

Synonyms

disregard, leave out, omit, reject

Examples of usage

He was excluded from the meeting because of his rude behavior.
She felt excluded from the group because she was new.
The survey excluded participants under the age of 18.

^{Context #2}

exclude from a group or place

To exclude also means to prevent someone or something from entering a particular group or place.

Synonyms

ban, bar, prohibit

Examples of usage

The club excludes members who do not follow the rules.
The school excludes students who do not meet the academic requirements.

Translations

Translations of the word "exclude" in other languages:

🇵🇹 excluir

🇮🇳 बाहर करना

🇩🇪 ausschließen

🇮🇩 mengecualikan

🇺🇦 виключати

🇵🇱 wykluczać

🇯🇵 除外する

🇫🇷 exclure

🇪🇸 excluir

🇹🇷 hariç tutmak

🇰🇷 제외하다

🇸🇦 استبعاد

🇨🇿 vyloučit

🇸🇰 vylúčiť

🇨🇳 排除

🇸🇮 izključiti

🇮🇸 útiloka

🇰🇿 алып тастау

🇬🇪 გამორიცხვა

🇦🇿 çıxmaq

🇲🇽 excluir

Word origin

The word 'exclude' originated from the Latin word 'excludere', which means 'to shut out' or 'to keep out'. The concept of exclusion has been present in societies throughout history, often used as a means of maintaining order or hierarchy. In legal contexts, exclusion can refer to the act of barring someone from a particular privilege or right. The idea of exclusion has evolved over time, with modern discussions focusing on inclusivity and diversity.