parochialism
/pəˈroʊkiəˌlɪzəm/
noun
- A narrow or limited outlook, especially one focused only on local concerns and not interested in the wider world.
- The school's curriculum was criticized for its parochialism, ignoring cultures outside the local area.
- The town's parochialism made it difficult for new businesses from other regions to succeed.
- Her parochialism prevented her from understanding the global impact of climate change.
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