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isolationism

What is another word for isolationism? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.

Noun — A policy of a country or group avoiding involvement with other countries or groups.

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a policy of isolationism rising isolationism isolationism and foreign policy accused of isolationism

This is a formal word, mostly found in political, historical and news writing rather than everyday speech.

Etymology

The word is built from isolation with the suffix -ism added to it, turning the idea of standing apart into the name of a policy or stance.

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Frequently asked questions

What does isolationism mean?
It means a deliberate policy of a country or group staying out of involvement with others.
Is isolationism a political term?
Yes, it is most often used to describe a government's foreign policy stance.
What's the difference between isolationism and isolation?
Isolation describes the general state of being separate, while isolationism is specifically the policy of choosing that separation.

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