CEFR C1

americocentrism

noun

Meaning

An attitude or viewpoint that regards the United States as the center of the world, often leading to a disregard for other countries and cultures.

Examples

  • The documentary criticized the film industry's tendency towards americocentrism, where American stories are prioritized over international ones.
  • Critics argue that some international relations courses suffer from americocentrism, failing to adequately explore non-American perspectives.

Synonyms: nationalism, chauvinism, ethnocentrism