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/prəˈvɪnʃəl/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A person who comes from a province, especially someone who is considered unsophisticated.
Despite his success, he still felt like a provincial among his more cosmopolitan peers.
adjective
Relating to a province or provinces.
The provincial government has announced new policies to improve local infrastructure.
Limited in outlook; narrow-minded.
His provincial attitude prevented him from understanding the broader issues at play.
Characteristic of the regions outside the capital city, especially when regarded as unsophisticated or narrow-minded.
She found the provincial lifestyle charming, filled with traditions and a slower pace of life.
Etymology
From Middle English, from Latin 'provincialis', from 'provincia'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
provincial capital:
The chief city of a province.
provincial government:
The government responsible for a province.
provincial mindset:
A way of thinking that is narrow or limited.
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Slang Meanings
A person with limited knowledge of the wider world.
Don't be such a provincial; try to experience different cultures.
Someone who looks down on others from outside their locality.
He acts like a provincial, thinking his town is the best place on earth.