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- [pruh-vin-shuh-liz-uh m]
- /prəˈvɪn ʃəˌlɪz əm/
- /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/
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- [pruh-vin-shuh-liz-uh m]
- /prəˈvɪn ʃəˌlɪz əm/
Definitions of provincialism word
- noun provincialism narrowness of mind, ignorance, or the like, considered as resulting from lack of exposure to cultural or intellectual activity. 1
- noun provincialism a trait, habit of thought, etc., characteristic of a provincial, a province, or the provinces. 1
- noun provincialism a word, expression, or mode of pronunciation peculiar to a province. 1
- noun provincialism devotion to one's own province before the nation as a whole. 1
- noun provincialism narrow-mindedness, insularity 1
- uncountable noun provincialism Provincialism is the holding of old-fashioned attitudes and opinions, which some people think is typical of people in areas away from the capital city of a country. 0
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Origin of provincialism
First appearance:
before 1760 One of the 46% newest English words
First recorded in 1760-70; provincial + -ism
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Parts of speech for Provincialism
noun
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provincialism popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 62% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
provincialism usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for provincialism
noun provincialism
- barbarism — If you refer to someone's behaviour as barbarism, you strongly disapprove of it because you think that it is extremely cruel or uncivilized.
- bigotry — Bigotry is the possession or expression of strong, unreasonable prejudices or opinions.
- catachresis — the incorrect use of words, as luxuriant for luxurious
- dialect — A dialect is a form of a language that is spoken in a particular area.
- dogmatism — dogmatic character; unfounded positiveness in matters of opinion; arrogant assertion of opinions as truths.
Antonyms for provincialism
noun provincialism
- listening — to give attention with the ear; attend closely for the purpose of hearing; give ear.
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