adverb
- in a way that shows interest only in local or narrow concerns; with a limited or provincial outlook
Examples
- The committee thought too parochially about the problem, ignoring national trends.
- She approached the issue parochially, focusing only on her own neighborhood’s needs.
- The newspaper covered events parochially, rarely reporting on international affairs.
- He viewed the economic crisis parochially, considering only local business impacts.
- The school board acted parochially, dismissing innovative programs from other districts.
- They planned the festival parochially, without considering visitors from other cities.