ostracist

[US]/ˈɒstrəsɪst/
[UK]/ˈɑːstrəsɪst/

Translation

n.A person who ostracizes others; one who excludes, banishes, or exiles someone from a group or society.; Someone who practices social exclusion or shunning of others.

Example Sentences

social ostracism in the workplace can lead to serious mental health issues.

the politician faced complete ostracism from his former allies after the scandal.

ostracism was a common practice in ancient athens to exile troublesome citizens.

children who are different often experience social ostracism from their peers.

the community imposed strict ostracism on the family who broke the traditional customs.

ostracism from professional circles effectively ended his career.

she chose self-exile over enduring continued social ostracism.

the new member faced passive ostracism until they proved their worth.

ostracism can be a powerful tool for enforcing social conformity.

despite the ostracism, the artist continued creating controversial work.

his radical views resulted in his ostracism from academic institutions.

the ostracism of dissenting voices undermines democratic discourse.

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