CEFR C2

isolationism

noun

Meaning

A political policy of avoiding alliances, economic agreements, or involvement in the affairs of other nations.

Examples

The nation's shift toward isolationism meant it withdrew from several international trade treaties.
Historians often debate whether the country's period of isolationism actually protected its economy or caused it to stagnate.

Synonyms: withdrawal, non-intervention, protectionism, autarky

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isolationism (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən.ɪ.zəm/

Definition

A political policy of avoiding alliances, economic agreements, or involvement in the affairs of other nations.

Examples

The nation's shift toward isolationism meant it withdrew from several international trade treaties.
Historians often debate whether the country's period of isolationism actually protected its economy or caused it to stagnate.
Critics argue that strict isolationism is unsustainable in an increasingly interconnected global market.

How to Use isolationism

adopt a policy of [noun] (collocation): To start using a specific political approach. — "The country adopted a policy of isolationism."
shift toward [noun] (phrase): Moving in the direction of a specific ideology. — "The shift toward isolationism worried neighboring countries."
critics of [noun] (phrase): People who oppose a specific idea. — "Critics of isolationism argued that it would hurt the economy."

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