C1adjective formal 2K

Exclusive

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪkˈskluːsɪv/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪkˈskluːsɪv/"]/

Meaning of Exclusive

only to be used by one particular person or group; only given to one particular person or group

In simple words: Only available to certain people.

Exclusive in a sentence

• This club offers exclusive membership only to invited guests.
• The magazine published an exclusive interview with the celebrity.
• The store sells exclusive designer clothes that you cannot find anywhere else.
• She has exclusive rights to distribute the product in this country.
• Our team is working on an exclusive story for tonight’s news.
• The restaurant is exclusive, and only VIP customers are allowed to enter.
• The invitation was exclusive to members of the board.

How to use Exclusive

Use 'exclusive' in contexts that involve privilege, limited access, or special rights. It is more appropriate in formal situations, such as marketing or high-end services. Avoid in casual conversations where inclusivity is emphasized.

Grammar pattern

exclusive + to + group/people

Memory hint

Think of 'ex' as in 'exit' — something you leave behind, signifying limited access.

Related words

Collocations with Exclusive

• be
• almost
• not necessarily
• to
• be
• become
• remain
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• be
• mutually

Synonyms for Exclusive

• selective
• restricted
• limited
• private
• special

Opposites of Exclusive

• inclusive
• common
• shared

Common mistakes with Exclusive

• Confused with 'inclusive', meaning the opposite of exclusive.
• Using 'exclusive' to describe something that is widely available.
• Wrongly placing 'exclusive' before a noun it doesn’t modify.

Frequently asked questions about Exclusive

What does Exclusive mean?

Only available to certain people.

What is the definition of Exclusive?

only to be used by one particular person or group; only given to one particular person or group

How do you use Exclusive in a sentence?

This club offers exclusive membership only to invited guests.

Can you give another example of Exclusive?

The magazine published an exclusive interview with the celebrity.

What are synonyms for Exclusive?

Common alternatives include selective, restricted, limited, private, special.

What is the opposite of Exclusive?

Opposite meanings include inclusive, common, shared.

What words go with Exclusive?

It commonly pairs with be, almost, not necessarily, to, be, become, remain, extremely, fairly, very, be, mutually.

What are common mistakes when using Exclusive?

Confused with 'inclusive', meaning the opposite of exclusive. Using 'exclusive' to describe something that is widely available. Wrongly placing 'exclusive' before a noun it doesn’t modify.

How do you pronounce Exclusive?

US: /["/ɪkˈskluːsɪv/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈskluːsɪv/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Exclusive formal or informal?

"Exclusive" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Exclusive?

Use 'exclusive' in contexts that involve privilege, limited access, or special rights. It is more appropriate in formal situations, such as marketing or high-end services. Avoid in casual conversations where inclusivity is emphasized.

What CEFR level is Exclusive?

"Exclusive" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.