exclusory

/ɛksˈkluːzɔrɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or intended to exclude

“The court’s decision was exclusory, excluding all evidence obtained through illegal means.”

2. noun

a doctrine or system that excludes others, especially other schools of thought or philosophy

“The exclusory nature of the new theory led to a heated debate among scholars.”

3. adverb

in a manner that excludes others or something else

“The new policy was implemented exclusory, giving priority to employees with the longest tenure.”

Synonyms

  • excluding
  • exclusive

Antonyms

  • inclusive
  • inclusive