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Proprietorial

Definition

(formal) Relating to or characteristic of a proprietor, especially in being overly protective or possessive of something, such as an idea, a territory, or a domain of expertise. Often used to describe an attitude of exclusive ownership or a tendency to defend one's interests aggressively.

Example Sentences

1The company's proprietorial attitude towards its intellectual property has led to several high-profile lawsuits against competitors.
2Is it reasonable to describe the academic's proprietorial stance on the research topic as a form of intellectual territorialism?
3The government's proprietorial approach to natural resources has been criticized for prioritizing economic interests over environmental concerns.
4Avoid taking a proprietorial tone in your writing; instead, engage with the ideas and perspectives of others in a spirit of constructive dialogue.
5There is a fine line between defending one's work and adopting a proprietorial attitude that stifles collaboration and innovation.

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