Ostracism

usgb/ˈɑːstrəsɪzəm/
noun

The act of intentionally avoiding or ignoring someone by a group.

The sudden ostracism by her friends left her feeling lonely and confused.
Visual representation of "ostracism" - The act of intentionally avoiding or ignoring someone by a group.

Often appears as...

  • experience ostracism
  • social ostracism
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Emotional Impact

Using 'ostracism' can convey a strong sense of rejection and hurt feelings.

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After the argument, she faced complete ostracism from the group.
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Group Dynamics

'Ostracism' often implies a collective decision by a social circle to exclude someone.

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He didn't know why, but the ostracism at work was very clear.
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Not Physical

Ostracism is emotional or social, not a physical action of moving someone away.

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Although they sat together, the social ostracism was palpable.
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