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provincial

Tính từ

Số nhiều: provincialsQuá khứ: nullPhân từ 2: nullV-ing: nullSo sánh hơn: more provincialSo sánh nhất: most provincial

This word carries a sharp duality depending on the speaker's intent. In a political or administrative sense, it is a neutral descriptor for regional governance and geography, devoid of judgment. When applied to a person's character or mindset, it becomes a pejorative. It suggests a stunted intellectual growth or a stubborn adherence to local customs that prevents a person from understanding a broader, more cosmopolitan world. It implies a certain sheltered ignorance rather than simple lack of education.

Ý nghĩa

Tính từ

[something]

Relating to the regions of a country outside the capital or major cities.

"The provincial government manages the rural roads."

Tính từ

[someone][something]

Lacking sophistication or narrow in outlook due to being from a small town.

"His provincial attitude made him dismiss any ideas from the city."

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