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insular thinking

[ˈɪnsjələr ˈθɪŋkɪŋ]
noun
pensamento insultuoso
1. A narrow-minded perspective that is isolated from external influences or perspectives; a tendency to view the world only through one's own limited viewpoint without considering broader contexts or alternative ideas
The company's insular thinking prevented it from adapting to market changes and competing globally.
O pensamento insultuoso da empresa impediu que ela se adaptasse às mudanças do mercado e competisse globalmente.
2. A lack of openness to external influences, ideas, or cultures due to geographical, social, or psychological isolation
Insular thinking about immigration issues often stems from limited exposure to diverse communities.
O pensamento insultuoso sobre questões de imigração frequentemente resulta da exposição limitada a comunidades diversas.
NYC Slang
tunnel vision
Synonyms
parochialismprovincialismnarrow-mindednessethnocentrismtunnel visionmyopia
Antonyms
cosmopolitan thinkingopen-mindednessglobal perspectiveworldlinesscultural awareness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pensamento insultuoso
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
pensamento fechado
Colloquial alternative meaning 'closed thinking'
São Paulo
mentalidade provinciana
Alternative term emphasizing provincial mindset
Portugal
pensamento insular
Direct translation, commonly used in academic contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

thinking inside the box
a frog in a well
blinkered perspective
ivory tower mentality
living in a bubble
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