cliquishness

/ˈkliːkɪʃnəs/
noun
  1. The quality or behavior of being exclusive and forming small, closed groups that do not welcome outsiders.
    • The cliquishness of the art club discouraged many students from joining.
    • She left the group because she couldn't stand the cliquishness and gossip.
    • Cliquishness in the workplace can lead to low employee satisfaction.
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