insularism

/ˈɪnsələˌrɪzəm/
noun
  1. A narrow-minded or isolated outlook, especially one that resists outside influences.
    • The school's insularism was challenged when students began traveling abroad.
    • The country's insularism kept it from participating in global trade agreements.
    • His insularism made him suspicious of any foreign ideas.
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