Eurocentric

Definition

Eurocentric refers to ideas or perspectives that prioritize or focus on Europe or European culture to the exclusion or neglect of other regions or cultures around the world.

Analogy

Imagine you have a group project where one person keeps talking about their own ideas without considering anyone else's input. That person is being Eurocentric by only focusing on their perspective and not considering others'.

Related terms

Ethnocentrism: The belief that one's own culture or ethnic group is superior to others. It involves judging other cultures based on one's own cultural standards.

Cultural Relativism: The concept that cultural practices should be understood within their own cultural context rather than judged according to external standards.

Globalization: The increasing interconnectedness and interdependence between countries around the world, leading to greater integration of economies, cultures, and societies.