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(pa-ro-chi-al-ism) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. the quality of being limited to a small area or group.

Example Sentence

His parochialism kept him from fully appreciating other point of views.

More Example Sentences

Parochialism can limit understanding of others.

Synonyms

narrow-mindedness; provincialism; insularity

Antonyms

open-mindedness; broad-mindedness; global perspective

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Rhymes

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