Meaning of the word provincial in English
What does provincial mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
provincial
US /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/
UK /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/
Adjective
1.
of or concerning a province of a country or empire
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The provincial government announced new policies.
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She moved from the capital to a provincial town.
2.
having the characteristics of people from the provinces; unsophisticated or narrow-minded
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Her provincial attitudes made it hard for her to adapt to city life.
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He was criticized for his provincial outlook on global issues.
Noun
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an inhabitant of a province
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The capital city often looks down on the provincials.
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He was considered a provincial by his city friends.
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