insularity
noun [ U ] disapproving uk/ˌɪn.sjəˈlær.ə.ti/ us/ˌɪn.səˈler.ə.t̬i/
狭隘,僵化
the quality of only being interested in your own country or group and not being willing to accept different or foreign ideas
Their actions have led to accusations of insularity or arrogance. 他们的行为导致了对他们僵化或傲慢的指责。
She dislikes the cosy insularity of the local jazz scene. 她不喜欢当地爵士乐界那种舒适的狭隘氛围。
See: insular
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- Their struggle with a foreign language is the common legacy of stubborn insularity.
- The last decade has seen the emergence of strident insularity and greed across wealthy nations.
- The novel warns against the perils of cultural insularity.