Insularity
(noun)
- The quality or state of being isolated, especially from the surrounding culture or society.
- The quality or state of being narrow-minded or self-centered.
Origin:
Late latin insularitas, from latin insula island.
Examples:
- The small town's insularity made it difficult for new ideas to take hold.
- Her insularity prevented her from understanding the larger world.
- His insularity was a major factor in his political downfall.
- Despite their success, they maintained a sense of insularity, never becoming fully involved with the community.
- The community's insularity made it difficult for outsiders to integrate and find acceptance.