Parochially: meaning, definitions and examples
๐
parochially
[ pษ-หrล-kฤ-ษ-lฤ ]
narrowly focused
Parochially refers to something that is limited in scope, outlook, or perspective, often focused on local issues rather than broader concerns. It can describe attitudes or behaviors that are concerned primarily with the affairs of a specific community or parish. This term can carry a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of awareness or disregard for wider, more global issues. Individuals who think parochially may miss out on the larger picture due to their limited perspective.
Synonyms
locally, narrowly, provincially
Examples of usage
- The team approached their project parochially, ignoring input from external experts.
- His parochially focused views often led to heated debates with more open-minded colleagues.
- She grew tired of the parochially centered discussions that never addressed global challenges.
Translations
Translations of the word "parochially" in other languages:
๐ต๐น parcialmente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคทเฅเคคเฅเคฐเฅเคฏ เคฐเฅเคช เคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช lokal
๐ฎ๐ฉ secara lokal
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะฐัะฐัััะปัะฝะพ
๐ต๐ฑ parafialnie
๐ฏ๐ต ๆๅบ็ใซ
๐ซ๐ท paroissialement
๐ช๐ธ parroquialmente
๐น๐ท parohiyal olarak
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ต๊ตฌ์ ์ผ๋ก
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุญููุงู
๐จ๐ฟ farnฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ farnรญ
๐จ๐ณ ๆๅบๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ ลพupnijsko
๐ฎ๐ธ sรณknar
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟะฐัะฐัะธัะปัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแฅแแฃแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ parokial olaraq
๐ฒ๐ฝ parroquialmente
Etymology
The word 'parochially' derives from the adjective 'parochial,' which originates from the Middle English 'parochial,' meaning relating to a parish, from Old French 'parochial,' and from Latin 'parochialis,' meaning belonging to a parish. A 'parish' itself is a local church community in Christian contexts and stems from the Greek word 'paroikia,' meaning 'a dwelling beside or near' โ which gives a sense of being local or restricted. Over time, the usage of 'parochial' evolved to not only denote a church community but also to signify a narrow-minded perspective, especially when dealing with issues that transcend local or community boundaries. The adverbial form 'parochially' emerged as the language continued to develop, particularly in the 19th century, as discussions concerning social issues and global perspectives became more common.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,904, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
- ...
- 40901 unreeling
- 40902 cunningest
- 40903 nonclerical
- 40904 parochially
- 40905 sanctimoniously
- 40906 placation
- 40907 seesawed
- ...