patriotic
adjective
pa·tri·ot·ic
ˌpā-trē-ˈä-tik 
chiefly British ˌpa-
1
: inspired by patriotism
stirring patriotic songs
patriotic organizations
patriotic feelings
2
: befitting or characteristic of a patriot
Examples of patriotic in a Sentence
A patriotic fervor swept the country.
hanging a flag outside one's home is a patriotic gesture
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Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 13 Dec. 2025
American Flag Reversible Quilt Feeling patriotic?
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2025
Speaking out is the patriotic thing to do.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
The absurdity is that, just a month ago, he was elected into parliament, as a sort of sign of appreciation for his patriotic services.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 9 Dec. 2025
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“Patriotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patriotic. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.
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patriotic
adjective
pa·tri·ot·ic
ˌpā-trē-ˈät-ik
1
: having or showing patriotism
2
: suitable or proper for a patriot
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