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Definitions for inclusive
ɪnˈklu sɪvin·clu·sive

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. inclusiveadjective

    including much or everything; and especially including stated limits

    "an inclusive art form"; "an inclusive fee"; "his concept of history is modern and inclusive"; "from Monday to Friday inclusive"

Wiktionary

  1. inclusiveadjective

    including (almost) everything within its scope

    An inclusive list of Wiki formats

  2. inclusiveadjective

    including the extremes as well as the area between

    Numbers 1 to 10 inclusive

  3. inclusiveadjective

    of, or relating to the first person plural pronoun when including the person being addressed

    As the we in If you want, we could go back to my place for coffee.

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary

  1. Inclusiveadjective

    Etymology: inclusif, French.

    O, would that the inclusive verge
    Of golden metal, that must round my brow,
    Were red-hot steel, to sear me to the brain. William Shakespeare, R. III.

    I'll search where ev'ry virtue dwells,
    From courts inclusive down to cells. Jonathan Swift.

ChatGPT

  1. inclusive

    Inclusive refers to an approach, policy, or philosophy that aims to include and accommodate all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, socioeconomic status, or other characteristics. It involves building environments, systems, or organizations that are welcoming, respectful, and accessible to everyone, ensuring equal opportunities, representation, and participation for all. Inclusivity values diversity and promotes equality, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance for all individuals.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Inclusiveadjective

    inclosing; encircling; surrounding

  2. Inclusiveadjective

    comprehending the stated limit or extremes; as, from Monday to Saturday inclusive, that is, taking in both Monday and Saturday; -- opposed to exclusive

  3. Etymology: [Cf. F. inclusif.]

Editors Contribution

  1. inclusive

    To include what is accurate, specific, fair and just.

    The business was inclusive and ensured there is proactive communication between employees and management.


    Submitted by MaryC on March 11, 2020  

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of inclusive in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of inclusive in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of inclusive in a Sentence

  1. Toni Ann Johnson:

    While I don’t think it ever should have had to come to a vote, I am proud of and grateful to the people who did the right thing. I was losing faith in us and our ability to stand up to those who want to suppress history and suppress inclusive instruction in schools.

  2. Ronna McDaniel:

    Republicans remain committed to championing inclusive conservative policies that empower and promote opportunity, liberty and justice.

  3. Thomas Frazier:

    What is happening is that these studies use methods that are a bit more liberal and inclusive than the CDC's methods.

  4. Katy Perry:

    I found my gift and my gift introduced me to people outside my bubble and my bubble started to burst, these people were nothing like I had been taught to fear. They were the most free, strong, kind and inclusive people I have ever met.

  5. The DNC:

    Today is a historic day for our party, we passed major reforms that will not only put our next presidential nominee in the strongest position possible, but will help us elect Democrats up and down the ballot, across the country. These reforms will help grow our party, unite Democrats, and restore voters' trust by making our 2020 nominating process the most inclusive and transparent in our history.

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