Isolationist

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Pronunciation: /aɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən.ɪst/

Definitions of isolationist

noun a person who advocates or practices isolationism

Example Sentences

A1 An isolationist is someone who prefers to be alone.

A2 The country's leader is known for his isolationist policies.

B1 The isolationist stance of the government has led to tensions with neighboring countries.

B2 The company's isolationist approach to business has limited its growth potential.

C1 The isolationist ideology of the political party is causing division among its members.

C2 The author's isolationist tendencies are reflected in his writing, which often explores themes of solitude and introspection.

adjective relating to or characteristic of isolationism

Example Sentences

A1 She prefers to be alone most of the time, she is quite isolationist.

A2 The country's foreign policy is becoming more isolationist, focusing on internal affairs.

B1 The company's decision to cut ties with international partners was seen as a move towards isolationist policies.

B2 The leader's isolationist approach to diplomacy has caused tensions with neighboring countries.

C1 The isolationist stance of the government has led to economic repercussions on a global scale.

C2 The company's isolationist business practices have limited its growth potential in the international market.

Examples of isolationist in a Sentence

formal The country's foreign policy has shifted towards a more isolationist stance.

informal He's always been a bit of an isolationist, preferring to keep to himself most of the time.

slang She's such an isolationist, never wanting to join in on any group activities.

figurative Being an isolationist in today's interconnected world can lead to missed opportunities for growth and collaboration.

Grammatical Forms of isolationist

plural

isolationists

comparative

more isolationist

superlative

most isolationist

present tense

isolationist

future tense

will be isolationist

perfect tense

has been isolationist

continuous tense

is being isolationist

singular

isolationist

positive degree

isolationist

infinitive

to isolate

gerund

isolating

participle

isolated

Origin and Evolution of isolationist

First Known Use: 1922 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'isolationist' originated from the term 'isolation' which comes from the Latin word 'insulatus' meaning 'made into an island'.
Evolution of the word: The term 'isolationist' was first used in the early 20th century to describe a political stance advocating for a nation to avoid alliances and involvement in international affairs. Over time, the word has evolved to also encompass individuals or groups who prefer to remain separate or detached from others in various contexts.