Synonyms of patriotism

patriotism

noun

ˈpā-trē-ə-ˌti-zəm 

as in nationalism

love and support for one's country

her patriotism was so heartfelt that she devoted her life to serving her country

Synonyms & Similar Words

• nationalism
• devotion
• loyalty
• allegiance
• passion
• chauvinism
• jingoism
• faithfulness
• steadfastness
• fealty
• constancy
• fervency
• staunchness
• fervidness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• treason
• desertion
• treachery
• disloyalty
• disaffection
• fickleness
• faithlessness
• falseness
• inconstancy
• unfaithfulness
• perfidiousness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of patriotism

John Saint Paul of Kansas City was dressed up as Uncle Sam, walking around with his head high and his patriotism on full throttle after the loss. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026

Jason Watson showed them — and all of America — what true patriotism is. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2026

Nonetheless, a presidential endorsement framed in patriotic language can’t hurt and may even help Walmart at a moment when patriotism is running high. — Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

The national team has restored what now almost feels like an anachronistic and dusty patriotism, built on the promise of a country for anyone who loves it. — Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 7 July 2026