ostracism
Pronunciation: [ˈɒstrəˌsɪzəm]
Word
Context: "social relationships"
(noun) ostracism is when a person or a group is intentionally excluded or ignored by others. Imagine a kid at school who is left out from games or conversations. This can make them feel very sad and lonely.
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Even though there was a lot of ostracism at school, the new student found a group of friends who welcomed him.
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The ostracism she faced made her feel like she didn't belong anywhere.
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What are some ways to help someone who is experiencing ostracism?
Context: "historical"
(noun) in ancient Greece, ostracism was a way to vote someone out of the city for being harmful or dangerous. People would write a person's name on a piece of pottery to indicate they wanted that person to leave.
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The citizens decided on ostracism to protect their community from someone they thought was a threat.
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He never experienced ostracism during his time as a leader in the town.
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How did the process of ostracism work in ancient Greece?
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