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inclusionary

/ɪnˈkluːʒəˌnɛri/
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• adjective

1

Relating to, characterized by, or promoting the policy of including people or groups who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, especially in housing, education, or public policy.

Example

"The city council passed an inclusionary zoning ordinance requiring new residential developments to set aside a percentage of affordable units."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'inclusive' is the standard adjective for general social acceptance or comprehensive scope, 'inclusionary' is primarily used in formal policy, legal, and urban-planning contexts (such as 'inclusionary zoning' or 'inclusionary housing') to contrast directly with 'exclusionary'.

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inclusively
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inclusionary. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inclusionary
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