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insularity

Pronunciation: [ˌɪn.sjʊˈlær.ɪ.ti]

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Learn how to use insularity in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(noun) a way of thinking or acting that shows a lack of interest in or knowledge about people or cultures outside of your own. It's like if you only focus on what happens in your little neighborhood and don't really care about the bigger world around you.

Example

Her insularity made her very close to her friends since they all shared the same experiences.

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His insularity prevented him from enjoying a rich variety of cultures and ideas.

Example

Do you think insularity makes it hard for people to understand each other?

Context: “geography”

(noun) the state or condition of being on an island or surrounded by water. This can also mean that a place is separated from others in a way that makes it different.

Example

The insularity of the island helped preserve its unique wildlife.

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The insularity of the city led to some residents feeling disconnected from the rest of the country.

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How does insularity affect the culture of a small island?

How to pronounce insularity

Pronunciation: [ˌɪn.sjʊˈlær.ɪ.ti]

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