inclusiveness

[ in-kloo-siv-nis ]

noun

1. the quality of aiming to include and integrate all people and groups in activities, organizations, political processes, etc., especially people who are disadvantaged or marginalized, have suffered discrimination, or are living with disabilities:

   For the last 20 years the school has been promoting inclusiveness by enrolling students with visual impairments.

   Inclusiveness matters, so treat the custodian the same way you treat the CEO.

2. freedom from bias, stereotypes, or any terminology that would exclude a particular group of people:

   For greater inclusiveness in language, the editor suggested using more gender-neutral words like “parent” in our guidelines.

3. the quality of including a great deal or encompassing everything that might be desired; comprehensiveness:

   Because of the great surf location and the inclusiveness of the package, we will definitely make a repeat visit to this resort.

Other Words From

• non·in·clu·sive·ness noun
• su·per·in·clu·sive·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of inclusiveness¹

First recorded in 1680–90; inclusive ( def ) + -ness ( def )

Example Sentences

The track will be missed for its inclusiveness and place in California racing history.

From Los Angeles Times

It was with the same sense of innocent playfulness and inclusiveness that he embraced all of Los Angeles, forging a connection between a city and its baseball team that remains unmatched in professional sports.

From Los Angeles Times

Outside of the legal stickiness of the Epstein case, the brand's lack of inclusiveness with transgender and plus-size models was an alarming issue for customers and fashion show viewers.

From Salon

Countries with institutions that uphold law create predictability for investors and “inclusiveness”; even-handed legal institutions support equal opportunity for the many and encourage the innovation necessary for a society to thrive.

From Slate

Inclusiveness was on the forefront of co-organizers Miller and Bandrowski’s minds as they planned this event.

From Los Angeles Times

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