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Ostracism

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Ostracism is the act of excluding or ignoring an individual or group by a larger social group. It's a form of social punishment where the ostracized individuals are socially isolated.

AP course connection

Topic 7.2: 7.2 Specific Topics in Motivation

Unit 7
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