Definition

The quality or state of being provincial, often referring to a narrow-minded or limited perspective, especially in cultural or social contexts.

Example

His provinciality was evident in his reluctance to embrace new ideas and cultures.

Conversation

I was reading about the concept of provinciality in culture.

Oh really? What does it mean exactly?

It refers to how some ideas or practices are limited to a specific region or province.

That makes sense; it's interesting how that can affect people's perspectives.

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Root Explanation

Provinciality is formed from "provincialis" (from Latin, meaning belonging to a province) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state or quality of being provincial, often implying a narrow or limited perspective associated with a specific region.

Memory Tip

Think of someone belonging to a specific 'province' ('provincialis') and how that can shape their 'state' or 'quality' of thinking, which is what provinciality means.

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