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

With a business model that has adapted to changing needs and changing markets, American Express has, for most of its varied history, catered to growth and the perception of exclusivity. —Nancy Cutler, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026

Its patent exclusivity is due to expire between 2028 and 2029, which will enable other companies to create and sell their own versions of the drug. —Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026

Everything about this watch exudes exclusivity through subtle nods to the history of the Daytona. —Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026

In this rare air, consumers expect a type of exclusivity that goes beyond early access and insider knowledge to collaborating on the automobile itself. —Bloomberg, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 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