exclusivity

noun

ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌek-ˌsklü-ˈsi-və-tē 

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

Recent Examples on the Web

SoFi Stadium, Intuit Dome and the Forum sued to block the deal, arguing the signs would undercut their individual sponsors who paid for exclusivity. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026

Experts aren’t convinced that a lack of exclusivity, or loyalty to a single brand partner, matters all that much — at least not now. — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026

In its post-close commitments, DoorDash said local grocers won’t be limited by platform exclusivity and will be free to work with either delivery service. — Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 29 Oct. 2026

After a five-day exclusivity window, players can talk to and sign with other clubs. — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 29 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for exclusivity

• absorptivity
• affectivity
• collectivity
• conductivity
• connectivity
• corrosivity
• creativity
• diffusivity
• directivity
• effectivity
• emissivity
• expressivity

Kids Definition

exclusivity

noun

ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌeks-ˌklü-ˈsiv-ət-ē 

iks-, 

-ˈziv-

plural exclusivities

1

: the quality or state of being exclusive

2

: exclusive rights or services