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parochialism
[ puh-roh-kee-uh-liz-uhm ]
noun
- a parochial character, spirit, or tendency; excessive narrowness of interests or view; provincialism.
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Other Words From
- pa·rochi·al·ist noun
- pa·rochi·al·i·zation noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of parochialism1
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Example Sentences
Yet even in his parochialism, Jefferson's broad-mindedness remained apparent.
From Salon
In domestic terms, Celtic are good enough to win a fourth title in a row just as they are, but parochialism is the enemy of progress.
From BBC
“There are parochialisms that are in play in a presidential contest that you don’t experience in a state contest,” Sipple said.
From Los Angeles Times
In part that reflects a “parochialism” among the countries building the instruments, says Jacob, who laments what will be missed.
From Science Magazine
Critics derided what they regarded as the parochialism of it all but at its peak the series would pull in 10 million viewers from across the UK.
From BBC
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