inclusion
ihn-KLOO-zhuhn
Inclusion (noun) means the act of adding something to a group, or the state of being part of it. Example: “The inclusion of a short quiz made the lesson more interesting.”
noun
1
The act of adding something to a group, or the state of being part of it.
"The inclusion of a short quiz made the lesson more interesting."
"Fans were happy about his inclusion in the squad after his injury."
"Her inclusion in the final team came as a surprise."
2
The practice of ensuring people of all backgrounds, abilities, or identities feel welcomed and valued.
"Our club works hard on inclusion so that newcomers never feel left out."
"Inclusion means designing the event so that everyone, whatever their ability, can take part."
"The school launched a new policy on diversity and inclusion."
3
A foreign particle or defect trapped inside a material, such as a gemstone.
"The jeweller pointed out a tiny inclusion inside the emerald under the lamp."
"A small air bubble is a common inclusion in handmade glass."
"The diamond had a visible inclusion near its centre."
How to use inclusion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing added or counted as part of a group — often used today around fairness and belonging.
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Common pairings
diversity and inclusion
inclusion criteria
a visible inclusion
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Etymology
From Latin inclusio, from includere, "to enclose" — see include.
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Rhymes for inclusion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “inclusion” mean?
The word “inclusion” means the act of adding something to a group, or the state of being part of it. In plain terms, being added or counted as part of a group — often used today around fairness and belonging.
How do you pronounce “inclusion”?
“Inclusion” is pronounced ihn-KLOO-zhuhn (/ɪnˈkluːʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “inclusion” in a sentence?
Here is “inclusion” used in a sentence: “Her inclusion in the final team came as a surprise.”
What is the opposite of “inclusion”?
The opposite of “inclusion” — its antonyms — is exclusion.
What part of speech is “inclusion”?
“Inclusion” is a noun.
Where does the word “inclusion” come from?
The word “inclusion” comes from Latin. From Latin inclusio, from includere, "to enclose" — see include.
Is “inclusion” a common word?
“Inclusion” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “inclusion” have?
“Inclusion” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of adding something to a group, or the state of being part of it.
What is the difference between diversity and inclusion?
Diversity describes the mix of different backgrounds, abilities, and identities present in a group, while inclusion is the practice of making sure those people actually feel welcomed and valued. A workplace can be diverse without being inclusive if some members are present but overlooked.
What is the difference between inclusion and integration?
Integration focuses on bringing separate people or groups into a combined whole, while inclusion goes further, ensuring everyone can participate fully and feels valued. Someone can be integrated into a class or workplace and still not experience genuine inclusion.
What are inclusions in a diamond?
In gemmology, inclusions are foreign particles or internal flaws trapped inside a stone as it forms. Diamond clarity grades are based largely on how visible these inclusions are, so a stone with fewer inclusions is generally rarer and more valuable.
What is the difference between inclusion and inclusivity?
Inclusion is the act or practice of adding people to a group and making them feel welcomed and valued, while inclusivity is the quality or policy of being inclusive. In practice, organisations demonstrate inclusivity through concrete acts of inclusion.
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