Noninclusive: meaning, definitions and examples
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noninclusive
[ nɒnɪnˈkluːsɪv ]
social policy
The term noninclusive refers to practices, policies, or environments that do not accommodate or involve all individuals, particularly those from diverse backgrounds or identities. It often highlights a lack of consideration for marginalized groups, resulting in exclusivity and inequality. Noninclusive approaches can lead to feelings of alienation among affected individuals and contribute to systemic discrimination. Organizations and communities are encouraged to embrace inclusivity to promote equity and foster belonging.
Synonyms
discriminatory, exclusive, isolating, narrow-minded, selective
Examples of usage
- The noninclusive nature of the event disappointed many attendees.
- Policies that are noninclusive can perpetuate social divides.
- The company's noninclusive hiring practices were criticized.
- Noninclusive languages in communication can alienate certain groups.
Translations
Translations of the word "noninclusive" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não inclusivo
🇮🇳 गैर समावेशी
🇩🇪 nicht inklusiv
🇮🇩 tidak inklusif
🇺🇦 неінклюзивний
🇵🇱 nieinkluzjacyjny
🇯🇵 非包括的
🇫🇷 non inclusif
🇪🇸 no inclusivo
🇹🇷 dahil olmayan
🇰🇷 비포함
🇸🇦 غير شامل
🇨🇿 neinkluzivní
🇸🇰 neinkluzívny
🇨🇳 非包容性
🇸🇮 neinkluziven
🇮🇸 ekki innifalið
🇰🇿 қамтылмаған
🇬🇪 არაინკლუზიური
🇦🇿 inklüziv olmayan
🇲🇽 no inclusivo
Etymology
The word noninclusive combines the prefix 'non-', derived from Latin, meaning 'not' or 'without', with the term 'inclusive'. The first known use of the word 'inclusive' dates back to the early 19th century, coming from the Latin 'inclusivus', which means 'to shut in', and 'includere', meaning 'to enclose'. While 'inclusive' began to gain traction in social and political discourse, particularly during movements advocating for equality and diversity in the mid-20th century, its antonym 'noninclusive' emerged to describe situations, policies, or attitudes that fail to embrace diversity and inclusion. Over the years, noninclusive practices have been increasingly scrutinized in various sectors, including education, employment, and community engagement.