Exclusively — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ik-ˈsklü-siv-lē/ ex·clu·sive·ly

Meaning & Definition of Exclusively

Exclusively (adverb)

  1. in an exclusive manner, in a way limited to a single person, group, category, method, etc.

Exclusively (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. for nothing other than

    "his best paintings are the ones that he did exclusively for the sheer pleasure they gave him"

    similar: alone, just, only, purely, simply, solely
    related: basically, by and large, chiefly, generally, largely, mainly, mostly, predominantly, primarily, principally, substantially
    near: additionally, also, besides, likewise

Related Entry: Exclusive (adjective)

Exclusive is a different word from Exclusively. The synonyms below are for exclusive, not for exclusively.

  1. belonging only to the one person, unit, or group named

    "residents of the apartment complex have exclusive use of the pool"

    similar: single, sole, unshared
    related: proprietary, personal, private
    opposite: nonexclusive
    near: common, communal, conjoint, cooperative, joint, multiple, mutual, pooled, public, shared, united

  2. not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern

    "during interviews she always gives the job applicant her exclusive attention"

    similar: all, concentrated, entire, focused, undivided, whole
    related: absolute, complete, full, lump, teetotal, thorough, total, unadulterated, unalloyed, unqualified, utter, comprehensive, intact, integral, perfect, unbroken
    opposite: diffuse, divided, scattered
    near: deficient, fragmental, fragmentary, halfway, incomplete, partial

  3. appealing to affluent consumers

    "a section of the city where the exclusive boutiques and fashionable restaurants are concentrated"

    similar: high-end, upmarket, upscale
    related: elegant, fashionable, posh, extravagant, ostentatious, showy, deluxe, lavish, luxuriant, luxurious, opulent, plush, sumptuous, costly, expensive
    opposite: dime-store, discount, down-market, downscale, low-end
    near: cheap, inexpensive

  4. being in the latest or current fashion

    "an exclusive designer gown of the sort that shows up on red carpets"

    similar: à la mode, au courant, chic, cool (slang), fashionable, fresh (slang), happening, hip, in, modish, sharp, smart, snappy, stylish, supercool, swell, swish, trendy, voguish
    related: downtown, edgy, funky, dapper, dashing, dressy, kicky, natty, rakish, sassy, saucy, spiffy, spruce, chichi, classy, flossy, haute, nobby, posh, ritzy, soigné, swank, elegant, graceful, handsome, majestic, refined, sophisticated, stately, tasteful, understated, doggish, doggy, flashy, gallant, dandyish, dudish, foppish, ultrachic, ultracool, ultrahip, ultraposh, ultrasmart, ultrasophisticated
    opposite: dowdy, out, outmoded, styleless, unchic, uncool, unfashionable, unmodish, unstylish
    near: cheesy, tacky, unattractive, unbecoming, graceless, inelegant, tasteless, trashy, unhandsome, frowsy, sloppy, slovenly, unkempt, untidy, disheveled, messy, mussy, rumpled, wrinkled, shabby, sleazy

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Exclusively

The most common words with a similar meaning to Exclusively:

alone, just, only, purely, simply, solely

Related Words for Exclusively

basically, by and large, chiefly, generally, largely, mainly, mostly, predominantly, primarily, principally, substantially

Near Antonyms of Exclusively

additionally, also, besides, likewise

Origin & Etymology of Exclusively

First known use: 1650

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Exclusively

Frequently Asked Questions about Exclusively

What does "Exclusively" mean?

"Exclusively" means in an exclusive manner, in a way limited to a single person, group, category, method, etc.. As an adverb, it is defined as: in an exclusive manner, in a way limited to a single person, group, category, method, etc..

What is another word for "Exclusively"?

Other words for "Exclusively" include alone, just, only, purely, simply and solely. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Exclusively" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Exclusively"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Exclusively". Common alternatives include alone, just, only, purely, simply and solely.

How do you use "Exclusively" in a sentence?

Examples of "Exclusively" in a sentence: "his best paintings are the ones that he did exclusively for the sheer pleasure they gave him".

Is "Exclusively" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Exclusively" is an adverb.

Is "Exclusively" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Exclusively" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Exclusively"?

"Exclusively" is pronounced /ik-ˈsklü-siv-lē/ and divided into syllables as ex·clu·sive·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Exclusively"?

First known use: 1650.