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INSULAR

(adj., adj.sat, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Insular.

Insular - as an adjective

Relating to or characteristic of or situated on an island

Example: "Insular territories"

Insular - as an adjective satellite

Suggestive of the isolated life of an island

Example: "An exceedingly insular man; so deeply private as to seem inaccessible to the scrutiny of a novelist"

Narrowly restricted in outlook or scope

Example: "Little sympathy with parochial mentality"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parochial16

Insular - as a noun

An islander.

Example Sentences

"She grew up in an insular community where everyone knew each other."
"The island nation had an insular culture that was resistant to outside influences."
"His insular mindset prevented him from considering alternative viewpoints."
"The small town had an insular atmosphere, making it difficult for newcomers to integrate."
"They lived an insular existence, rarely leaving their neighborhood."
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Word Game Points

Is INSULAR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, insular is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INSULAR has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is INSULAR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, insular is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INSULAR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is INSULAR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, insular is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INSULAR has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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