Exclusively: meaning, definitions and examples

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exclusively

 

[ ɪkˈskluːsɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used to indicate that something is limited to a particular person, group, or area

Restricted or limited to a specific person, group, or area; not including anything or anyone else. Exclusively can also mean solely, entirely, or only.

Synonyms

entirely, only, restrictedly, solely.

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Word Description / Examples
exclusively

Use when something is limited to a specific group or for a specific purpose, indicating no inclusion of anything else.

  • This lounge is used exclusively by first-class passengers.
  • The app is exclusively available to premium subscribers.
solely

Use to emphasize that only one person or thing is involved, typically implying individuality or exclusiveness.

  • The decision was made solely by the CEO.
  • She was solely responsible for the project's success.
only

Use to restrict a statement to a particular thing or action, often implying no others.

  • She drinks only coffee in the morning.
  • He was the only person who knew the secret.
entirely

Use to indicate that something is completely or wholly the case, without exceptions.

  • She was entirely convinced of his sincerity.
  • The house was entirely destroyed by the fire.
restrictedly

Use to indicate that something is limited or controlled, often used in a formal or technical context.

  • Access to the laboratory is restrictedly granted to authorized personnel.
  • The medication is restrictedly available due to its potential side effects.

Examples of usage

  • This offer is exclusively for our VIP members.
  • The event is exclusively for adults aged 18 and above.

Translations

Translations of the word "exclusively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exclusivamente

🇮🇳 विशेष रूप से

🇩🇪 ausschließlich

🇮🇩 hanya

🇺🇦 виключно

🇵🇱 wyłącznie

🇯🇵 専ら

🇫🇷 exclusivement

🇪🇸 exclusivamente

🇹🇷 yalnız

🇰🇷 독점적으로

🇸🇦 حصرياً

🇨🇿 výhradně

🇸🇰 výlučne

🇨🇳 专门

🇸🇮 izključno

🇮🇸 eingöngu

🇰🇿 тек

🇬🇪 მხოლოდ

🇦🇿 yalnız

🇲🇽 exclusivamente

Etymology

The word 'exclusively' originated from the Latin word 'exclusivus', which means 'to shut out'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. Over time, 'exclusively' has been commonly used to emphasize that something is limited to a specific person, group, or area.

See also: exclusive.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,144, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.