neofunctionalism

noun

A theory of regional integration that downplays globalization and reintroduces territory into its governance, inspired by the integration processes between countries in Europe.

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Meanings

nounneofunctionalism (uncountable)
  1. uncountableA theory of regional integration that downplays globalization and reintroduces territory into its governance, inspired by the integration processes between countries in Europe.

Origin

From neo- + functional + -ism.

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APA

neofunctionalism. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/neofunctionalism

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“neofunctionalism.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/neofunctionalism. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “neofunctionalism,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/neofunctionalism.

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