adj. tending to associate with a small and exclusive group
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. Of or pertaining to a clique; disposed to from cliques; exclusive in spirit.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Relating to a clique, set, or party; disposed to form cliques; actuated by a petty party spirit. Also cliqueish.
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adj. befitting or characteristic of those who incline to social exclusiveness and who rebuff the advances of people considered inferior
Word Usage
"The 'cliquish', 'clanish', and 'spooky' on-the-job behavior that some have used to characterize LAPD is manifesting itself more and more in the City's fire department."