exclusivity

noun

ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌek-ˌsklü-ˈsi-və-tē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
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
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Xu also sees the controversy as a push and pull between luxury’s exclusivity and the need to generate more sales. Denni Hu, Footwear News, 25 May 2026 The analyst also noted that CVX is advancing the first project under its power joint venture through an exclusivity agreement with Microsoft. Tipranks.com Staff, CNBC, 24 May 2026 Today yellow diamonds are associated with luxury and exclusivity and are a favorite for engagement rings. Emma Banks, InStyle, 22 May 2026 For years, venture capital rewarded exclusivity. Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for exclusivity

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of exclusivity was in 1926

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“Exclusivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exclusivity. Accessed 28 May. 2026.

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exclusivity

noun
ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌeks-ˌklü-ˈsiv-ət-ē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
iks-
-ˈziv-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

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