Clique – A small, close-knit group who do not let others join them
(Pronounced kleek)
To remember the definition of the word clique, use the following mnemonic:
Click and squeak (clique) went their feet but she wasn't allowed into the small, close-knit group because her bare feet didn't go click or squeak.
Examples of clique in a sentence
The cool kids’ clique always sits in the last row of the auditorium.
Elaine did not receive an invitation to Rachel’s birthday party because she is not a part of the popular clique.
There are very few people on the planet who are part of the billionaire’s clique.