ostracisms

[US]/ˈɒstrəˌsɪzəmz/
[UK]/ˈɑːstrəˌsɪzəmz/

Translation

n.exclusion from a group or society; the practice of excluding or banishing someone; an ancient Greek method of voting to exile a citizen

Phrases & Collocations

social ostracisms

public ostracisms

political ostracisms

cultural ostracisms

self ostracisms

group ostracisms

peer ostracisms

emotional ostracisms

institutional ostracisms

voluntary ostracisms

Example Sentences

ostracisms can lead to significant emotional distress.

she faced ostracisms from her peers for her unconventional choices.

experiencing ostracisms can affect one's mental health.

the community's ostracisms were hard for him to bear.

ostracisms often occur in social groups with strict norms.

he wrote about the impact of ostracisms in his latest book.

overcoming ostracisms requires resilience and support.

ostracisms can create a sense of isolation in individuals.

she found strength in overcoming the ostracisms she faced.

understanding the reasons behind ostracisms is crucial for healing.

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