Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

isolationism

noun

/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃənˌɪzəm/

Definition

A policy of remaining apart from the affairs or interests of other groups, especially the political affairs of other countries.

Examples

The country adopted a strict isolationism after the war, avoiding involvement in international disputes.
His views on isolationism have sparked a debate about the role of foreign policy in the nation’s security.

Meaning

Isolationism refers to a foreign policy approach that emphasizes the avoidance of international alliances or engagements, focusing instead on the domestic concerns of a nation.