Word
inclusiveness
Phoneticsin·clu·sive·ness, stress on the second syllable
US/ˌɪnˈkɫusɪvnɛs/
UK/ɪnklˈuːsɪvnəs/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. making sure everyone feels welcome and can take part, whatever their background or identity.
n. openness to diverse people and perspectives, with active effort to ensure equal access and participation.
Examples
“Our school values kindness and inclusiveness every day.”
“The company promotes inclusiveness by hiring people from different backgrounds and listening to all voices.”
“True inclusiveness requires more than open doors; it demands active efforts to remove barriers that keep some groups silent.”
Examples
simple
“Our school values kindness and inclusiveness every day.”
contextual
“The company promotes inclusiveness by hiring people from different backgrounds and listening to all voices.”
complex
“True inclusiveness requires more than open doors; it demands active efforts to remove barriers that keep some groups silent.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “inclusiveness” in context.
Verb
01. champion inclusiveness
“She champions inclusiveness for underrepresented groups in tech.”
verb + noun
02. commit to inclusiveness
“The university has committed to inclusiveness across all faculties.”
verb + prep + noun
03. ensure inclusiveness
“Organisers ensured inclusiveness by providing full wheelchair access.”
verb + noun
04. foster inclusiveness
“Good leaders foster inclusiveness through open dialogue and respect.”
verb + noun
05. inclusiveness matters
“Inclusiveness matters for building trust within diverse teams.”
noun + verb
Adjective
06. genuine inclusiveness
“Genuine inclusiveness means listening to voices that are often ignored.”
adj + noun
07. greater inclusiveness
“The reform aims to achieve greater inclusiveness in higher education.”
adj + noun
Noun
08. commitment to inclusiveness
“Her commitment to inclusiveness shapes every hiring decision.”
noun + prep + noun
09. culture of inclusiveness
“The company is building a culture of inclusiveness from the top down.”
noun + prep + noun
10. demonstrate commitment to inclusiveness
“The policy demonstrates commitment to inclusiveness in practice.”
11. ensure diversity and inclusiveness
“New guidelines ensure diversity and inclusiveness in casting.”
12. foster a sense of inclusiveness
“Team activities help foster a sense of inclusiveness at work.”
Real-World Examples
“I’m Canadian in America but it’s enthralling.” He rejects Miller’s notion that Star Trek’s inclusiveness has gone too far.” “Four opposition sources and three diplomats told Reuters they were concerned about the inclusiveness of the process so far.” Synonyms
Antonyms
Word family
VERB
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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