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Clique

A small, exclusive group of people who associate closely and often exclude others.

noun
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Imagine This

Only a small exclusive group of women in Japan use Clinique because it can only be bought in America. There is a small exclusive group of people who communicate by making clicking sounds like insects.

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Sounds Like

Click

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Looks Like

Clinique (brand name)

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Remember This

A clique is typically seen as unwelcoming and can carry a negative connotation of exclusivity; it is not the same as a club or organization that welcomes newcomers.

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Other Forms

cliquesnoun
cliquishadjective
cliquishlyadverb
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Connect With

in-group, out-group, coterie, circle, set

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Note

Be careful not to confuse 'clique' with 'click' in casual use. 'Clique' is a noun (and the adjective 'cliquish' is used to describe behavior like a clique).

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