inclusiveness
Americannoun
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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.
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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.
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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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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
In February 2020, President Donald Trump’s first education secretary issued a memo to employees emphasizing the department’s policy “to ensure that diversity, inclusiveness, and respect are integral parts of our day-to-day management and work.”
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2025
Questions remain over whether it has completely renounced those links, but its message in the run-up to Assad's deposition has been one of inclusiveness and a rejection of violence.
From BBC • Dec. 8, 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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