exclusivity

noun

ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌek-ˌsklü-ˈsi-və-tē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
ik-, 
-ˈzi-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

Examples of exclusivity in a Sentence

a symbol of wealth and exclusivity
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Despite growing expectations around exclusivity, discovery and experience, Oliver Wyman found that travelers expect airport prices to be around 18% below domestic retail. — Kapila Ireland, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026 So commenced the Battle of Westwood, which centered on the balance of exclusivity and accessibility. — Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026 The move, which requires exclusivity for the podcasts on the platform, has been largely seen as an effort to compete with entertainment behemoth YouTube, as well as to bring in more viewers during the daytime hours. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 26 Oct. 2026 Products representing $180 billion of revenue will lose exclusivity by 2030, according to research firm RTW Institute. — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exclusivity

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of exclusivity was in 1926

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exclusivity

noun
ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌeks-ˌklü-ˈsiv-ət-ē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
iks-, 
-ˈziv-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services
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