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CLIQUISHNESS Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word cliquishness. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word cliquishness. (close relations)
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exclusiveness
nounn
noun

• tendency to associate with only a select group

cronyism
nounn
noun

• favoritism shown to friends and associates (as by appointing them to positions without regard for their qualifications)

elitism
nounn
noun

• the attitude that society should be governed by an elite group of individuals

favoritism
nounn
noun

• an inclination to favor some person or group

• unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice

insularity
nounn
noun

• the state of being isolated or detached

narrowness
nounn
noun

• the property of being narrow; having little width

• an inclination to criticize opposing opinions or shocking behavior

• a restriction of range or scope

• a small margin

nepotism
nounn
noun

• favoritism shown to relatives or close friends by those in power (as by giving them jobs)

sectarianism
nounn
noun

• a narrow-minded adherence to a particular sect or party or denomination

snobbishness
nounn
noun

• the trait of condescending to those of lower social status

exclusivity
nounn
noun

• The quality of being exclusive.

clannishness
nounn
noun

• tendency to associate with only a select group

Best Hypernyms For CLIQUISHNESS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for cliquishness, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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snobbery snobbishness snobbism

Alternatives for EXCLUSIVENESS

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