patriotism

noun

pa·​tri·​ot·​ism ˈpā-trē-ə-ˌti-zəm 

chiefly British ˈpa-

: love for or devotion to one's country

Although poles apart ideologically, they are both unashamed of their patriotism.

—Christopher Hemphill

Synonyms of patriotism

• nationalism

Examples of patriotism in a Sentence

You may not agree with him politically, but no one can question his patriotism.

They supported the war with a fierce patriotism.

Recent Examples on the Web

It was driven by patriotism, said Lora Vogt, the museum's vice president of education and interpretation. —Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 20 Dec. 2025

Her conservative convictions are rooted in her family’s faith and patriotism. —Sejal Govindarao, Fortune, 19 Dec. 2025

We are filled with political optimism, driven by a patriotism that feels good and uncomplicated. —Literary Hub, 10 Dec. 2025

There was a prevailing feeling of patriotism on the streets and a polite and calm presence from the general security forces. —Tala Alrajjal, CNN Money, 8 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1716, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for patriotism

• activism
• ageism
• albinism
• altruism
• aneurism
• animism
• aphorism
• atomism
• barbarism
• bolshevism
• botulism
• brahmanism

Kids Definition

patriotism

noun

pa·​tri·​ot·​ism ˈpā-trē-ə-ˌtiz-əm 

: love of one's own country