isolationist
isolationist — adjective
- isolationistpositive
- more isolationistcomparative
- most isolationistsuperlative
1. relating to a country's choice to avoid political, economic, or military involve
relating to a country's choice to avoid political, economic, or military involvement with other nations, and to focus only on its own internal affairs.
The country's isolationist trade policies made it harder for foreign companies to do business there.
collocation: isolationist trade policy
Many voters supported the isolationist candidate, who promised to focus only on domestic issues.
After the war, the nation adopted an isolationist approach and left most international organizations.
Ari argued that isolationist policies would hurt the country's economy over time.
The editorial criticized the government's isolationist attitude toward the climate agreement.
- protectionist
focuses specifically on trade barriers and tariffs, while isolationist covers broader political and military disengagement
- nationalist
emphasizes national pride and interests but does not necessarily oppose international cooperation
- insular
describes a narrow or closed mindset rather than an official political doctrine
- internationalist
actively supports cooperation and engagement with other countries
- globalist
favors economic and political integration across national borders
用法筆記
Frequently used in political and historical analysis. The subject is usually a government, political party, or national policy rather than an individual person's behavior.
isolationist — noun
1. a person who believes their country should not take part in international agreem
a person who believes their country should not take part in international agreements, conflicts, or economic partnerships, and should instead focus on its own domestic matters.
Cole's grandfather was a well-known isolationist who wrote several books opposing foreign alliances.
The debate grew heated when an isolationist argued the country should leave the United Nations.
argument structure: isolationist + argue + that-clause
Yasmin disagreed with isolationists in her party and pushed for closer ties with neighbors.
During the 1930s, isolationists in Congress successfully stopped several international aid programs.
Tanvi interviewed a group of isolationists to understand why they opposed the new trade agreement.
- nationalist
broader term; a nationalist may support international action that promotes national interests
- protectionist
focuses on trade barriers rather than complete political or military disengagement
- separatist
usually refers to groups seeking independence from a larger political body, not to foreign policy
- internationalist
a person who actively supports global cooperation and engagement
- globalist
someone who favors worldwide economic and political integration
用法筆記
Distinguish from nationalist — an isolationist specifically opposes international engagement of any kind, whereas a nationalist may support foreign action if it benefits national interests.