Synonyms for

Isolationist

Verb / ˌaɪsʌˈleɪʃʌnʌst / Another word for isolationist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Isolationist refers to a person who advocates for a policy of remaining apart from the affairs or interests of other groups, especially the political affairs of other countries.

Synonyms & similar words

isolationistic noninterventionist neutralist noninterfering nonparticipating noninvolvement nonalignment noninvolvement independent solitary secluded withdrawn reclusive hermitic hermit-like noncooperative uncooperative aloof detached disengaged uninvolved

Example sentences

  1. 1. The isolationist country decided to close its borders to foreign trade.
  2. 2. She has an isolationist approach to friendships and prefers to spend time alone.
  3. 3. The isolationist policy led to a decline in international cooperation.
  4. 4. The politician's speech highlighted the benefits of an isolationist stance.
  5. 5. The isolationist group protested against involvement in the war.

Quotes

  • 1. 'The isolationist wants to keep the world out. The integrationist wants to keep his world in.' - Henry Kissinger
  • 2. 'The isolationist always wins in the end. He can keep his decency and his integrity, while the non-isolationist has to lose his.' - J. D. Salinger
  • 3. 'An isolationist America is no bloody use to anyone.' - Robert Menzies

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