Parochially

In a manner that is limited in scope or perspective; narrowly; relating to a parish or local community; often implying a lack of broader understanding or consideration. It suggests a focus on local interests, concerns, or prejudices, sometimes to the exclusion of wider issues or perspectives. The word denotes a tendency towards provincialism or a narrow-minded view, often neglecting global or national contexts, and can imply a lack of open-mindedness or empathy towards those outside the immediate local sphere.

Parochially meaning with examples

• The company's marketing strategy focused parochially on local demographics, ignoring the potential of online sales to reach a wider audience and subsequently they struggled to gain national recognition and their growth was restricted.
• Despite the global crisis, the town council debated parochially about the park's new swingset, completely disregarding the larger financial constraints faced by the country. The lack of awareness of these wider factors was noticeable.
• His views on international relations were shaped parochially by his small-town upbringing, leading to misunderstandings and a simplistic view of complex geopolitical situations due to his narrow focus.
• The school board voted parochially to allocate resources only to programs that benefited the affluent neighborhoods, leading to resentment in other parts of the school district and further division.
• Instead of considering the diverse needs of all residents, the proposal for the community center was debated parochially, focusing solely on the desires of a small group, which led to a very small space, which nobody liked.