Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
parochial
adjective
/pəˈroʊ.ki.əl/
Definition
Relating to a parish, which is a local church community.
Examples
- The parochial school offered a variety of religious and academic programs.
- His parochial views prevented him from seeing the larger picture.
- She had a parochial attitude toward the debate, focusing only on local issues.
Meaning
Parochial refers to something that is limited in scope or outlook, often associated with being narrow-minded or concerned only with local interests.
Synonyms
- narrow-minded
- provincial
- limited
- local
