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/
Korean meaning: 섬의, 섬 같은; 편협한, 고립된 사고를 가진
Korean pronunciation: **인**셀러
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 insular island leader rejects helpful advice from mainland visitors
In their circular world, this particular view stays insular!
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🌳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.
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📝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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