Definition of Ostracize
Ostracize
os·tra·cize
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To exclude or banish someone from a social group or community.
e.g. The unpopular student was ostracized by her classmates for her awkward behavior.
(verb)
in ancient Greece, to temporarily exile or banish someone from the city by popular vote, without special accusation or trial, i.e. to subject someone to the process of ostracism;
e.g. The people voted to ostracize him when he became overly powerful.
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