inclusivity

noun

in·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty in-(ˌ)klü-ˈsi-və-tē How to pronounce inclusivity (audio)
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: the quality or state of being inclusive : inclusiveness

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Founded by 22-year-old Aerin Glazer, Tilt is the first beauty brand to receive the Arthritis Foundation’s Ease of Use certification, setting a new precedent for inclusivity in the beauty market. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 May 2026 The Fall-Winter 2026 Vogue Business size inclusivity report identified declines in both mid- and plus-size representation on the runway, to the lowest levels since the publication started tracking this data three years ago. Rory Satran, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026 Since then, Hathaway has been asked repeatedly about fighting for size inclusivity during production. Zack Sharf, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026 Talarico’s sermonic speeches are largely about inclusivity and justice. Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inclusivity

Word History

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inclusivity was in 1929

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“Inclusivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inclusivity. Accessed 13 May. 2026.

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