in-group

noun

ˈin-ˌgrüp 

1

: a group with which one feels a sense of solidarity or community of interests compare out-group

2

: clique

Examples of in-group in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Despite this, and no matter their individual circumstances or histories, the former in-group felt that they were expected to express shame over their privilege. — Charles Finch, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026

Cultural traditions help strengthen group identities and reinforce in-group sentiments. — Steve S. Medeiros, The Conversation, 15 June 2026

In many organizations, in-group bias influences who receives attention, whose ideas are heard, and who gains access to valuable opportunities. — Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 10 June 2026

Academic writing, by contrast, besides being written for an in-group, often uses its erudition to assert superior understanding, telling us our belief that dogs matter owes less to real affection than to learned affectation. — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 25 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for in-group

• newsgroup
• recoup
• regroup
• subgroup
• workgroup
• coop
• coupe
• croup
• droop
• drupe
• dupe
• group