How to Pronounce Isolationism

To pronounce "isolationism", say IS-ol-at-ion-ism — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃəˌnɪzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃəˌnɪzəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “isolationism”

"isolationism" has 5 syllables: is-ol-at-ion-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does isolationism mean?

noun

  1. A national (or group) policy of non-interaction with other nations (or groups).

    “Before contact was initiated by the West, China followed a policy of isolationism.”

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Words that rhyme with isolationism

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altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

isolationseclusionconfinementinsulationnoninterventionismunilateralismexclusionisminsulationism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "isolationism"?▾

"Isolationism" has 5 syllables: is · ol · at · ion · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "isolationism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "isolationism" is /ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃəˌnɪzəm/.

What does "isolationism" mean?▾

Isolationism: A national (or group) policy of non-interaction with other nations (or groups).

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