Synonyms of nationality

nationality

noun

ˌna-shə-ˈna-lə-tē 

as in ethnicity

a people having a common language, culture, and body of traditions

New York City may have more nationalities than any other metropolis in the world

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ethnicity
• nation
• minority
• race
• family
• house
• tribe
• clan
• folk
• kindred

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nationality

Giving further details on the March theft, authorities explained that nine people of Moldovan nationality have been placed under investigation. — Willem Marx, NPR, 16 Aug. 2026

In practical terms, the Dar Prize seeks to award excellent writing in the Russian language, regardless of the writer’s citizenship or nationality. — Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2026

Neither the identity nor nationality of the person has been disclosed. — CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

The Miami Herald reached out to the agency to confirm the nationalities of the people and the exact number of migrants on the boat but did not immediately hear back. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 13 Aug. 2026