Include and Shut out

Opposite meaning terms

Include verb - Allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of.

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Shut out is an antonym for include.

Nearby Word: included

Shut out verb - To prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of.

Usage example: local residents feel that they have been shut out of the debate for expanding the airport

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Include is an antonym for shut out.

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