ex|clu|siv|ist

ex|clu|siv|ist
ex|clu|siv|ist «ehk SKLOO suh vihst», adjective, noun.
–adj.
1. that excludes outsiders; discriminatory: »

exclusivist nationalism.

2. of or relating to the theological doctrine of exclusivism: »

Among Protestants, the exclusivist position is firmly maintained by evangelicals, fundamentalists, and pentecostals (New York Times).

–n.
a person who excludes or favors excluding certain people, doctrines, practices, etc.: »

The Chinese are not exclusivists in religion but may profess two or more at the same time.


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