isolationist
/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃənɪst/
noun
- A person who supports a policy of avoiding alliances and involvement with other countries.
- The senator was a well-known isolationist who opposed joining the United Nations.
- During the debate, the isolationist clashed with those who wanted stronger international ties.
- Isolationists argued that the country should focus on its own problems first.
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adjective
- Relating to or supporting the policy of avoiding alliances with other countries.
- Her isolationist stance made her reluctant to support the trade deal.
- The newspaper published an isolationist editorial criticizing foreign aid.
- The candidate's isolationist views were unpopular among voters who wanted global cooperation.