B2verb 2K

Exclude

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪkˈskluːd/","/ɪkˈskluːdz/","/ɪkˈskluːdɪd/","/ɪkˈskluːdɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪkˈskluːd/","/ɪkˈskluːdz/","/ɪkˈskluːdɪd/","/ɪkˈskluːdɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Exclude

to deliberately not include something in what you are doing or considering

In simple words: To leave something out or not include it.

Exclude in a sentence

• You should exclude any irrelevant details from your report.
• The guidelines clearly state that you must exclude personal opinions.
• They decided to exclude the noisy neighbors from the party invitation list.
• We cannot exclude the possibility of rain during the event.
• Please exclude the items that are out of stock when placing the order.

How to use Exclude

Use 'exclude' in contexts where you're saying that something is not part of a group. Appropriate in both written and spoken English but avoid in very casual settings.

Grammar pattern

exclude + object

Memory hint

Think of 'exclude' as 'X' marks the spot where something is left out.

Related words

Collocations with Exclude

• altogether
• completely
• entirely
• be designed to
• attempt to
• try to
• from
• feel excluded
• socially excluded
• altogether
• completely
• entirely
• be designed to
• attempt to
• try to
• from
• feel excluded
• socially excluded
• altogether
• completely
• entirely
• be designed to
• attempt to
• try to
• from
• feel excluded
• socially excluded

Synonyms for Exclude

• omit
• leave out
• preclude
• rule out
• eliminate

Opposites of Exclude

• include
• admit

Common mistakes with Exclude

• 'Exclude' is often confused with 'include' as opposites.
• Learners sometimes use 'exclude' with incorrect prepositions.
• Some learners forget to use an object after 'exclude'.

Frequently asked questions about Exclude

What does Exclude mean?

To leave something out or not include it.

What is the definition of Exclude?

to deliberately not include something in what you are doing or considering

How do you use Exclude in a sentence?

You should exclude any irrelevant details from your report.

Can you give another example of Exclude?

The guidelines clearly state that you must exclude personal opinions.

What are synonyms for Exclude?

Common alternatives include omit, leave out, preclude, rule out, eliminate.

What is the opposite of Exclude?

Opposite meanings include include, admit.

What words go with Exclude?

It commonly pairs with altogether, completely, entirely, be designed to, attempt to, try to, from, feel excluded, socially excluded, altogether, completely, entirely, be designed to, attempt to, try to, from, feel excluded, socially excluded, altogether, completely, entirely, be designed to, attempt to, try to, from, feel excluded, socially excluded.

What are common mistakes when using Exclude?

'Exclude' is often confused with 'include' as opposites. Learners sometimes use 'exclude' with incorrect prepositions. Some learners forget to use an object after 'exclude'.

How do you pronounce Exclude?

US: /["/ɪkˈskluːd/","/ɪkˈskluːdz/","/ɪkˈskluːdɪd/","/ɪkˈskluːdɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈskluːd/","/ɪkˈskluːdz/","/ɪkˈskluːdɪd/","/ɪkˈskluːdɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Exclude?

Use 'exclude' in contexts where you're saying that something is not part of a group. Appropriate in both written and spoken English but avoid in very casual settings.

What CEFR level is Exclude?

"Exclude" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.