O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image

preclusion

/prɪˈkluːʒən/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does preclusion mean?

noun

The act or state of excluding or preventing something from happening or being done; a reason or circumstance that makes something impossible or undesirable.

Example

"The preclusion of further discussion made it clear that the decision was final."

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

Etymologically related

Synonyms for preclusion

Antonyms of preclusion

Rhymes with preclusion