Meaning of the word provincialism in English

What does provincialism mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

provincialism

US /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl.ɪ.zəm/
UK /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl.ɪ.zəm/

Noun

a narrow, limited, and often prejudiced outlook associated with a small, isolated community

Example:
His views were criticized for their narrow-minded provincialism.
The city struggled to overcome its reputation for cultural provincialism.
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