parochialism

Definitions

A limited or narrow outlook, especially focused on a local area or small group.

The state of being restricted in scope or perspective; provincialism.

Examples

The company's parochialism prevented it from expanding into international markets.

His narrow-minded parochialism made it difficult for him to appreciate cultures other than his own.

The local council was criticized for its parochialism, as it focused only on immediate neighborhood issues rather than the city's long-term growth.

Synonyms

narrow-mindedness provincialism insularity sectarianism parochiality small-mindedness localism

Antonyms

broad-mindedness cosmopolitanism open-mindedness liberalism tolerance inclusivity universality