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.

Other Word Forms

noninclusiveness noun
superinclusiveness noun

Etymology

Origin of inclusiveness

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

Example Sentences

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Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who has led the country of 170 million as interim leader since the uprising, said Rahman "would help guide the country toward stability, inclusiveness, and development".

From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026

"Pride is always an amazing weekend of celebration and inclusiveness of our city, and this year is going to be incredibly momentous."

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2025

They can raise wages, utilize worker-friendly management, re-train obsolete workers rather than lay them off, follow best practices on workplace inclusiveness and eschew destructive business models.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2024

She was drawn at first to the group’s inclusiveness until its founders became fixated on her identity as a trans woman.

From Salon • Nov. 11, 2023

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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