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insularity

noun

/ˌɪnsjəˈlærəti/

Meaning

The state of being isolated or narrow-minded.

The insularity of the group prevented them from accepting new ideas.

isolation, narrow-mindedness, provincialism, parochialism

cosmopolitanism, openness, tolerance

cultural insularity, political insularity, social insularity

a system of government where the wealthy hold power

Brilliant success, acclaim, or great public approval.

the fully shaded inner region of a shadow cast by an opaque object; the dark center of a sunspot

A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.

a chamber used for baking, roasting, or heating food

A large tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.