insular — relating to or from an island; having a narrow or limited outlook
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or from an island; having a narrow or limited outlook
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪnsələr/
Example Sentences
- Don't be so insular - try the sushi instead of ordering pizza again!
- The insular nature of the small town made newcomers feel unwelcome.
- His insular view of success meant he never considered careers outside of finance.
insular
ADJECTIVE[/ˈɪnsələr/]
relating to or from an island; having a narrow or limited outlook
The villagers on the tiny island remained insular, wary of any outsider stepping ashore.
In their circular world, this particular view stays insular!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'insula' meaning 'island'. The word evolved to describe attitudes or thinking that are isolated and cut off from outside influences, just like an island is surrounded and separated by water.
Breakdown
insul- (island) + -ar (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to')
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Don't be so insular - try the sushi instead of ordering pizza again!”
“The insular nature of the small town made newcomers feel unwelcome.”
“His insular view of success meant he never considered careers outside of finance.”
“The company's insular hiring practices resulted in a very homogeneous workforce.”
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