exclusive
Translation
exclusive, sole, high-class, upscale
Examples
This is an exclusive offer for our members.
This is an exclusive offer for our members.
It's a very exclusive club.
It's a very exclusive club.
The two options are mutually exclusive.
The two options are mutually exclusive.
Grammar Patterns
exclusive ((to sb./sth.)) only for (sb./sth.) This offer is exclusive to members.
mutually exclusive unable to be true at the same time The two options are mutually exclusive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sole, unique, private; Antonyms: inclusive, common, public
Etymology
The adjective form of 'exclude', meaning to shut out. Something 'exclusive' shuts others out.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'exclusive' club that 'excludes' non-members. It's only for a select few.