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Ostracize (Verb)

Expel from a community or group.

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The group decided to ostracize John after he was caught cheating during the game.
In ancient Greece, people who committed certain crimes would be ostracized from society.
The religious community chose to ostracize Sarah for having an affair with a married man.
After his deceitful actions were exposed, Tom found himself ostracized by his colleagues.
The club members voted to ostracize Jack following a physical altercation at a sports event.

Avoid speaking to or dealing with; "Ever since I spoke up, my colleagues ostracize me".

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

After the scandal, the community began to ostracize the family, refusing to speak to them or do business with them.
The popular crowd in school would ostracize anyone who didn't fit their idea of cool, making it difficult for outsiders to make friends.
Ever since I spoke up against the company's policies, my coworkers ostracize me, excluding me from meetings and social events.
The neighborhood association decided to ostracize the reckless dog owner, issuing fines and warnings to anyone who interacted with them.
When she came out as LGBTQ+, her conservative relatives began to ostracize her, cutting off all contact and financial support.