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provincialism

/ˌprɒvɪnʃəˈlɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does provincialism mean?

noun

A feeling of superiority or narrow-mindedness towards people from other regions or areas, often accompanied by a lack of awareness or understanding of the wider world.

Example

"The politician's provincialism was evident in her comments about the city's cultural scene, which she seemed to view as inferior to that of her rural hometown."

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