
Insular
Cultural Narrowness
Indicates a person or group has limited cultural interaction or understanding.
Despite global connectivity, some still remain insular in their social circles.
Resistance to Change
Suggests unwillingness to accept new ideas or ways of thinking.
His insular views were challenged when he started university abroad.
Inward Focus
Highlights a self-contained or self-absorbed perspective, ignoring external influences.
Insular companies may struggle to innovate without external inspiration. Compare with
IsolateParochialProvincialRemoteSeparatistSequesterSolitary
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