exclusive

[ik-skloo-siv, -ziv] / ɪkˈsklu sɪv, -zɪv /

ADJECTIVE

unshared, restricted

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absolute chic exclusionary fashionable licensed limited posh private privileged restrictive ritzy segregated sole swank unique

STRONG

choice chosen entire full independent narrow particular single total whole

WEAK

aloof aristocratic circumscribed clannish classy cliquish closed complete confined country club discriminative elegant exclusory only peculiar preferential prohibitive select selfish snobbish socially correct undivided upper crust

Antonyms

STRONGEST

old-fashioned open poor public unfashionable

STRONG

incomplete inferior part partial

WEAK

divided shared unlimited unrestricted

Example Sentences

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In an exclusive interview with the BBC, she said her preferred option would be for the cabinet to "reorganise themselves" and put forward their "best communicator" to replace Sir Keir, avoiding a leadership election.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

A spokesperson for Axios said the outlet strongly supports Ravid, calling him “the best reporter on the world’s biggest story, delivering exclusive after exclusive.”

From Salon • May 9, 2026

In an exclusive book excerpt, the former Journal columnist explains how new technology could improve the odds for women like herself who have an elevated risk of cancer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Nintendo is releasing games that are exclusive to the Switch 2, which could motivate people to buy the device.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

It must be exclusive to the professional teams.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu

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