inclusive

adjective

in-ˈklü-siv How to pronounce inclusive (audio)
Definition of inclusivenext
as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points a butterfly expert with an inclusive knowledge of his subject

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Recent Examples of inclusive Mitte was also honored with the SAG-AFTRA Harold Russell Award at the 2013 Media Access Awards, which recognize inclusive portrayals and employment of people with disabilities in media. — Louis Casiano , Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026 Founded three decades ago as Women In Animation, WIA’s mission is to continue building a more equitable, innovative, and inclusive future for animation worldwide. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026 The African Development Bank estimates inclusive AI adoption could add up to $1 trillion to Africa’s GDP by 2035. — Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 9 Oct. 2026 The public vigil for Noel will be held near the inclusive playground at Clyde Pittman Park that bears his name, according to the release. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inclusive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inclusive
  1. comprehensive
  2. full
  3. panoramic
Adjective
  • As reported, Moncler reprised its Re/Icons project that celebrates archival pieces, first introduced in 2023, adding a comprehensive ready-to-wear collection — a first for the initiative.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
  • But the regulator said none has fully acknowledged past debanking decisions or created a comprehensive program to remediate affected customers.
    — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of comprehensive
Adjective
  • The bill advanced out of the Senate Commerce Committee last month but has not passed the full chamber.
    — Matthew Choi The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Thankfully, the lunar disk will set a few hours after midnight, leaving a window of beautifully dark sky before dawn in which to enjoy the full majesty of the annual meteor shower.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of full
Adjective
  • The idea is this would make for a great spot to relax and take in the great outdoors through the Multiplay's expansive windows and a panoramic roof.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The Orlando International Airport displayed his large scale panoramic photos of Florida in the main terminal, and those images were one of the first things arriving travelers would see after stepping off the shuttles.
    — Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of panoramic

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“Inclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inclusive. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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