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Inexclusive vs. Exclusive: What's the Difference?

Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 15, 2023
"Inexclusive" is incorrect; the correct spelling is "Exclusive," referring to something restricted or not available to everyone.

Which is correct: Inexclusive or Exclusive

How to spell Exclusive?

Inexclusive is Incorrect

Exclusive is Correct

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Key Differences

Associate “Exclusive” with “Exclude,” both sharing the root “exclud,” relating to shutting out.
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Think of the “sive” in “Exclusive” as in “decisive,” focusing on making a clear distinction.
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The prefix “Ex-” in “Exclusive” means out of, away from, and it can help in remembering the correct spelling.
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Visualize an “Exclusive club,” emphasizing the isolation and restriction to remember the spelling.
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Recall the “clu” in “Exclusive” as in “club,” representing a restricted group, to reinforce the right spelling.
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Inexclusive and Exclusive Definitions

Inexclusive

Inexclusive is an incorrect spelling of Exclusive.
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Exclusive

Exclusive can refer to high-quality or high-cost products or services. Example
The designer released an exclusive line of handbags.
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Exclusive

Exclusive implies the exclusion of others, not mixed or associated. Example
Members have exclusive access to the club.
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Exclusive

Exclusive means limited to only one person or group. Example
The interview was an exclusive with the president.
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Exclusive

Exclusive means sole, undivided attention or devotion. Example
The agency has the exclusive right to distribute the product.
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Exclusive

Exclusive can refer to news that is reported by one journalist or outlet only. Example
The reporter got an exclusive scoop on the story.n “club,” representing a restricted group, to reinforce the right spelling.
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Exclusive

Excluding or tending to exclude
Exclusive barriers.
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Exclusive

Not allowing something else; incompatible
Mutually exclusive conditions.
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Exclusive

Not divided or shared with others
Exclusive publishing rights.
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Exclusive

Not accompanied by others; single or sole
Your exclusive function.
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Exclusive

Complete; undivided
Gained their exclusive attention.
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Exclusive

Not including the specified extremes or limits, but only the area between them
10-14, exclusive.
That is, 11, 12, and 13.
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Exclusive

Excluding some or most, as from membership or participation
An exclusive club.
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Exclusive

Catering to a wealthy clientele; expensive
Exclusive shops.
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Exclusive

(Linguistics) Relating to or being a first person plural pronoun that excludes the addressee, such as we in the sentence Pat and I are in town, so we can meet you for lunch.
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Exclusive

A news item initially released to only one publication or broadcaster.
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Exclusive

An exclusive right or privilege, as to market a product.
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Exclusive

(literally) Excluding items or members that do not meet certain conditions.
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Exclusive

(figuratively) Referring to a membership organisation, service or product: of high quality and/or renown, for superior members only. A snobbish usage, suggesting that members who do not meet requirements, which may be financial, of celebrity, religion, skin colour etc., are excluded.
Exclusive clubs tend to serve exclusive brands of food and drinks, in the same exorbitant price range, such as the 'finest' French châteaux.
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Exclusive

Exclusionary.
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Exclusive

Whole, undivided, entire.
The teacher's pet commands the teacher's exclusive attention.
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Exclusive

(linguistics) Of or relating to the first-person plural pronoun when excluding the person being addressed.
The pronoun in "We're going to a party later, but you aren't invited" is an exclusive "we".
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Exclusive

(of two people in a romantic or sexual relationship) Having a romantic or sexual relationship with one another, to the exclusion of others.
They decided to no longer be exclusive.
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Exclusive

Information (or an artefact) that is granted or obtained exclusively.
The editor agreed to keep a lid on a potentially disastrous political scoop in exchange for an exclusive of a happier nature.
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Exclusive

A member of a group who exclude others from their society.
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Exclusive

(grammar) A word or phrase that restricts something, such as only, solely, or simply.
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Exclusive

Having the power of preventing entrance; debarring from participation or enjoyment; possessed and enjoyed to the exclusion of others; as, exclusive bars; exclusive privilege; exclusive circles of society.
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Exclusive

Not taking into the account; excluding from consideration; - opposed to inclusive; as, five thousand troops, exclusive of artillery.
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Exclusive

One of a coterie who exclude others; one who from real of affected fastidiousness limits his acquaintance to a select few.
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Exclusive

A news report that is reported first by one news organization;
He got a scoop on the bribery of city officials
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Exclusive

Not divided or shared with others;
They have exclusive use of the machine
Sole rights of publication
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Exclusive

Excluding much or all; especially all but a particular group or minority;
Exclusive clubs
An exclusive restaurants and shops
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Exclusive

Not divided among or brought to bear on more than one object or objective;
Judging a contest with a single eye
A single devotion to duty
Undivided affection
Gained their exclusive attention
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FAQs

What is the pronunciation of Exclusive?

Exclusive is pronounced as /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/.
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Why is it called Exclusive?

It is called “Exclusive” because it refers to something that excludes others, being restricted or limited.
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Which vowel is used before Exclusive?

The vowel “an” can be used before Exclusive, as in “an exclusive.”
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What is the root word of Exclusive?

The root word of Exclusive is “exclude.”
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Which conjunction is used with Exclusive?

Any conjunction can be used with Exclusive, depending on the sentence.
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What is the singular form of Exclusive?

Exclusive.
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What is the plural form of Exclusive?

Exclusives.
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Which preposition is used with Exclusive?

“To” is commonly used with Exclusive, as in “exclusive to members.”
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Is Exclusive an abstract noun?

Yes, when Exclusive is used as a noun, it can be considered an abstract noun.
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Is Exclusive a noun or adjective?

Exclusive can be both a noun and an adjective.
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What is the verb form of Exclusive?

The verb form is “to exclude.”
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Is Exclusive a vowel or consonant?

The word Exclusive contains both vowels and consonants.
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Is Exclusive a countable noun?

Yes, when used as a noun, it can be countable, as in “several exclusives.”
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Is Exclusive an adverb?

No, Exclusive is not an adverb.
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Is the Exclusive term a metaphor?

No, but it can be used metaphorically in creative writing or expression.
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Which article is used with Exclusive?

The article “an” is used with Exclusive.
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Is Exclusive a collective noun?

No, Exclusive is not a collective noun.
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What is the second form of Exclusive?

Exclusive does not have forms as it is primarily an adjective or a noun.
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What is the third form of Exclusive?

Exclusive does not have forms as it is primarily an adjective or a noun.
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How is Exclusive used in a sentence?

"The resort offers an exclusive package to its premium members, allowing them to enjoy additional services and amenities."
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Is Exclusive a negative or positive word?

Exclusive is neutral but can be perceived as positive or negative depending on the context.
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How many syllables are in Exclusive?

Exclusive has three syllables.
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What is a stressed syllable in Exclusive?

The second syllable “clu” is stressed in Exclusive.
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What is another term for Exclusive?

Another term for Exclusive is “restrictive” or “selective.”
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Which determiner is used with Exclusive?

Determiners like “this,” “that,” “my,” “his,” “her,” can be used with Exclusive.
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What is the first form of Exclusive?

Exclusive does not have forms as it is primarily an adjective or a noun.
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Is the word Exclusive imperative?

No, Exclusive is not used in the imperative mood.
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How do we divide Exclusive into syllables?

Ex-clu-sive.
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What part of speech is Exclusive?

Exclusive can be both a noun and an adjective.
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What is the opposite of Exclusive?

The opposite of Exclusive is “inclusive.”
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