Isolationism ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Isolationism ( noun )

1. The policy or doctrine of isolating one's country from the political affairs of other countries by declining to enter into alliances, foreign economic commitments, and generally, by pursuing a policy of noninterference in the affairs of others.
2. The state of being isolated or detached.

Origin:

From the french isolationisme, from the noun isolation + -isme.

Examples:

1. During World War II, the United States pursued a policy of isolationism before eventually joining the war effort.
2. After the end of the Cold War, many countries began to adopt a more isolationist foreign policy.
3. The country's isolationism has led to a lack of understanding about world events and limited economic opportunities.
4. The new government"s isolationism has led to a decline in the country"s global influence.
5. Some argue that isolationism is no longer a viable option in today's interconnected world.

(As a verb)

Isolationism ( verb )

1. The policy or doctrine of isolating one's country from the political affairs of other countries by declining to enter into alliances, foreign economic commitments, and generally, by pursuing a policy of noninterference in the affairs of others.
2. The state of being isolated or detached.

Origin:

From the french isolationisme, from the noun isolation + -isme.

Examples:

1. During World War II, the United States pursued a policy of isolationism before eventually joining the war effort.
2. After the end of the Cold War, many countries began to adopt a more isolationist foreign policy.
3. The country's isolationism has led to a lack of understanding about world events and limited economic opportunities.
4. The new government"s isolationism has led to a decline in the country"s global influence.
5. Some argue that isolationism is no longer a viable option in today's interconnected world.