allocentric
- adjective
- /ˌæloʊˈsɛntrɪk/
- Specialized
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alocéntrico
- The allocentric tourist chose to explore remote islands rather than visit popular attractions.
Examples
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Her allocentric nature led her to try foods and customs unfamiliar to most travelers.
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Travel companies often design special packages for allocentric clients seeking unique adventures.
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She has an allocentric approach to travel.
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Many allocentric travelers seek unique experiences.
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The allocentric traveler preferred hiking in the mountains of a foreign country over lounging on a beach.
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As an allocentric individual, he ventured off the beaten path to discover local cultures and traditions.
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She engaged in allocentric experiences, immersing herself in the daily life of the villages she visited.
Synonyms
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3.6
Willing to try new and sometimes risky things
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4.9
Willing to try new, risky activities
Eager to try new and exciting things
Antonyms
How Adventurous
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Allocentric comes from the parts allo- meaning 'other' and -centric meaning 'center'. A helpful image is a traveler who makes other places the 'center' of their trip, which is why an allocentric tourist seeks new, adventurous, and unfamiliar experiences.