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

Certain countries had laws requiring a longer months-long exclusivity between the theatrical and online releases, forcing Glitch to abandon efforts to find distribution in those territories. —Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 11 May 2026

This exclusivity allows manufacturers to maintain extraordinarily high margins while creating halo products that reinforce brand prestige. —James Morris, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026

By the end of the month, intimacy deepens and a conversation about trust, exclusivity or emotional vulnerability could completely shift the direction of a connection. —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026

For all the weekend’s action, Platinum and Centurion Amex members could reserve varying levels of exclusivity and access. —Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 4 May 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