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PAROCHIALISM Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word parochialism. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word parochialism. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PAROCHIALISM

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chauvinism
nounn
noun

• fanatical patriotism

• activity indicative of belief in the superiority of men over women

insularism
noun

• the state of being isolated or detached

insularity
nounn
noun

• the state of being isolated or detached

intolerance
nounn
noun

• impatience with annoyances

• unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs

localism
nounn
noun

• a phrase or pronunciation that is peculiar to a particular locality

• a partiality for some particular place

myopia
nounn
noun

• (ophthalmology) eyesight abnormality resulting from the eye's faulty refractive ability; distant objects appear blurred

narrow-mindedness
nounn
noun

• an inclination to criticize opposing opinions or shocking behavior

provincialism
nounn
noun

• a lack of sophistication

• a partiality for some particular place

sectionalism
nounn
noun

• a partiality for some particular place

xenophobia
nounn
noun

• a fear of foreigners or strangers

Best Hypernyms For PAROCHIALISM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for parochialism, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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narrow-mindedness narrowness

Alternatives for CHAUVINISM

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