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Definition of provincially
provincially
/prəˈvɪn.ʃəl.i/
pro · vin · cial · ly
Adjective:provincial
provincially Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
4
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• adverb
1
In a manner that relates to or is administered by a province or regional jurisdiction rather than a national government.
Example
"Healthcare in Canada is primarily funded and managed provincially rather than at the federal level."
2
In an unsophisticated, narrow-minded, or insular manner typical of someone with limited worldly experience.
Example
"Critics argued that the committee acted provincially by rejecting international perspectives on the urban design project."
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Provincially. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/provincially