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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Despite the hospitality industry’s growing commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, one fundamental need remains routinely overlooked: access to period care products. Carlton Reid, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025 Mattel has introduced its first Barbie representing a person with Type 1 diabetes, as part of wider efforts from the toy maker to increase inclusivity among its dolls. Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 9 July 2025 The Bills finally seem to realize the manifold benefits of cross-border inclusivity. Tim Graham, New York Times, 9 July 2025 Barbie is aiming to expand on inclusivity with the launch of its first doll with Type 1 diabetes. Melina Khan, USA Today, 9 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for inclusivity

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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 21 Jul. 2025.

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