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ostracized

/ɒstrəˈsaɪzd/ verb · British & US
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What does ostracized mean?

verb

To exclude or expel someone from a group or community, often as a form of punishment or social censure. To be rejected or shunned by others.

Example

"The politician was ostracized by his party after his scandalous affair was made public."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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