clannishness

/ˈklænɪʃnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being clannish, often characterized by strong loyalty to one’s family or group but also by a tendency to discriminate against those outside the group.

“The politician’s clannishness was criticized for alienating potential allies from different backgrounds.”

Synonyms

  • factionalism
  • sectarianism
  • tribalism

Antonyms

  • broadmindedness
  • open-mindedness