inclusiveness

American

[in-kloo-siv-nis] / ɪnˈklu sɪv nɪs /

noun

the quality of aiming to include and integrate all people and groups in activities, organizations, political processes, etc., especially people who are disadvantaged or marginalized, have suffered discrimination, or are living with disabilities.

For the last 20 years the school has been promoting inclusiveness by enrolling students with visual impairments.
Inclusiveness matters, so treat the custodian the same way you treat the CEO.
freedom from bias, stereotypes, or any terminology that would exclude a particular group of people.

For greater inclusiveness in language, the editor suggested using more gender-neutral words like “parent” in our guidelines.
the quality of including a great deal or encompassing everything that might be desired; comprehensiveness.

Because of the great surf location and the inclusiveness of the package, we will definitely make a repeat visit to this resort.

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Etymology

Origin of inclusiveness

First recorded in 1680–90; inclusive ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Historically, the State Department has emphasized cultural pluralism, secularism and inclusiveness in its public messaging and other communications — a deliberate choice rooted in the reality that American diplomacy takes place around the world.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

The increasing diversity of the 10,000-strong voting group of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, many of them former winners, is part of this inclusiveness, said Trier.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

During a parliamentary select committee session, former Labour minister Liam Byrne asked Mr Case how he could "foster a genuine culture of inclusiveness" in the civil service as a Garrick member.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2024

Vanessa also acknowledged that the pose was chosen by Kobe not just for its inclusiveness, but because her late husband loved scoring all those points.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2024

But for all its laid-back inclusiveness, Oakland is also a city of stark contrasts.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater

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