all-inclusive

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adjective

all-in·​clu·​sive ˌȯl-in-ˈklü-siv 

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: including everything

a broader and more nearly all-inclusive view

especially : sold for one price that includes charges and fees that are often added separately

The development of the "all-inclusive" tourist package in which flights, airport transfers, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, sports facilities, excursions, et cetera, are paid in full in advance …

—Kamala Kempadoo

all-inclusiveness noun

all-inclusive

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noun

plural all-inclusives

: a resort that charges one fee that includes the price of a room, meals, beverages, and all other expenses : an all-inclusive resort

a vacation at an all-inclusive

Tapping into the luxury market has not been easy for all-inclusives, which are saddled with stereotypes about garish plastic armbands and warmed-over buffet-style meals.

—Jacqueline Detwiler

Synonyms of all-inclusive

Adjective

• comprehensive
• inclusive
• panoramic

Examples of all-inclusive in a Sentence

Adjective

an all-inclusive look at the threat posed by a global pandemic

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

What to do nearby Beaches Turks and Caicos is an all-inclusive experience—meals and beverages, on-site swimming and water sports, and many other resort activities are covered as part of your stay. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026

The innovative all-inclusive cruise line is renowned for sophistication, extraordinary hospitality, personalized service, and access to unusual ports, which underscores its appeal to Tully’s refined clientele. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 11 Sep. 2026

DeVries wants to treat her entire family — including her four daughters and two of their spouses — to an all-inclusive tropical vacation. — Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026

This comparison breaks cost down per graft, per session, and per total package, including flights, hotel, transfers and medication, so that the all-inclusive hair transplant cost in Turkey can be compared against UK and US pricing on the same basis. — Malana Vantyler, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1702, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1984, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for all-inclusive

• inconclusive
• nonexclusive
• unobtrusive
• abusive
• allusive
• collusive
• conclusive
• conducive
• delusive
• diffusive
• elusive
• exclusive