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
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You may not agree with him politically, but no one can question his patriotism.
They supported the war with a fierce patriotism.
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With the country approaching its 250th anniversary, all three leaders were asked what patriotism means to them.
—Brit McCandless Farmer, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
This was an era of over-the-top displays of patriotism and even jingoism; the phrase Let’s make America great again was in.
—Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2026
The award will be given to a Granite Hills High School student who exemplifies bravery, patriotism, individuality and kindness.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
The code talkers helped change the outcome of World War I and demonstrated the patriotism of Native Americans.
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Brit McCandless Farmer, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
This was an era of over-the-top displays of patriotism and even jingoism; the phrase Let’s make America great again was in.
—Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2026
The award will be given to a Granite Hills High School student who exemplifies bravery, patriotism, individuality and kindness.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
The code talkers helped change the outcome of World War I and demonstrated the patriotism of Native Americans.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for patriotism
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“Patriotism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patriotism. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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patriotism
noun
pa·tri·ot·ism
ˈpā-trē-ə-ˌtiz-əm
: love of one's own country
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