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

The show’s noir movie aesthetics still serve its story of political ambition, where revenge is disguised as justice and greed hidden behind lofty lies of patriotism. — Ophélie Surcouf, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026

The obligatory weekly hour-long class was introduced in September 2022 to promote the Kremlin’s views on patriotism and Russian history including the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. — Bloomberg, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026

Fans from all over the world had the ability to experience the beauty of the United States of America through our unique culture, landscape, patriotism, hospitality and more. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Smulders talked with Radnor and Thomas about how the character developed — including the way the writers worked in her own Canadian patriotism. — Skyler Trepel, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Aug. 2026