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

This move to Xbox and PC exclusivity for *E-Day* signals a strategic shift for Microsoft, following recent multiplatform releases. — Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

The one-year resale restriction is also designed to keep developers from buying up the collection and preserve the brand’s exclusivity. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2026

However, similar language was used both in 2024 and 2025 without exclusivity. — Eve Chen, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026

With no sign at the entrance, The Cliffs is rooted in escapism and exclusivity. — Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 9 Aug. 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