Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Relating to areas outside a city, often seen as less sophisticated or cultured.
Provincial
/prəˈvɪnʃəl/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The gallery showcased local provincial artists.
His views were seen as overly provincial and retrograde.
It's a provincial dialect with unique expressions.
Etymology:
From Latin provincialis meaning of a province, first used in the 14th century to describe something relating to a region or district away from a capital.
Usage Statistics:
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