exclude

word

Definition

To intentionally leave someone or something out; not to allow someone to be part of a group or activity.

Usage & Nuances

Formal or neutral; commonly used in academic, legal, or official contexts. Often used with 'from' (e.g., 'exclude from the list'). Opposite is 'include'. Can refer to people or things.

Example Sentences

They exclude junk food from their diet.

basic

Do not exclude anyone from the game.

basic

The rules exclude pets from the building.

basic

I felt really bad when they excluded me from the group chat.

natural

This price excludes tax and shipping fees.

natural

You can't just exclude people because they have different opinions.

natural