exclusionist
/ɪkˈskluʒənɪst/
noun
- A person who supports or practices the policy of keeping certain people or groups out of a place, organization, or activity.
- The exclusionist argued that only members should be allowed in the club.
- The group's exclusionist policies were challenged by civil rights activists.
- Critics called him an exclusionist for his views on immigration.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of a policy or attitude that excludes certain people or groups.
- Her exclusionist remarks offended many in the audience.
- The organization moved away from its exclusionist past to become more inclusive.
- The exclusionist rules of the private school kept out many local children.