Synonyms of nationalism

nationalism

noun

ˈna-sh(ə-)nə-ˌli-zəm 

1

as in patriotism

excessive favoritism towards one's own country

Nazism's almost epic nationalism appealed to downtrodden Germans still suffering the humiliation of being defeated in World War I

Synonyms & Similar Words

• patriotism
• chauvinism
• jingoism
• loyalty
• superpatriotism
• xenophobia
• nativism

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• cosmopolitanism
• internationalism
• globalism

2

as in devotion

love and support for one's country

American nationalism is often most visible during Fourth of July celebrations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• patriotism
• devotion
• chauvinism
• jingoism
• allegiance
• loyalty
• passion
• faithfulness
• fealty
• steadfastness
• fervency
• constancy
• staunchness
• fervidness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• treason
• desertion
• treachery
• disaffection
• disloyalty
• faithlessness
• fickleness
• falseness
• inconstancy
• unfaithfulness
• perfidiousness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nationalism

These congregations just completely dispense with any allegiance to the American idea of pluralism or anything but White Christian nationalism. —Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 15 Apr. 2026

Removing strident nationalism, plus stable EU relations, a contrast with Orban’s tenure, will assist the nation’s economy. —Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026

Even as Dhillon tied herself more closely to Trump, however, MAGA’s shift toward explicit white supremacy and Christian nationalism left her footing in the movement less than secure. —Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026

His remarks about Iran moved beyond personal attacks or chest-thumping nationalism to take on a tone of collective punishment and civilizational destruction. —Stephanie A, The Conversation, 8 Apr. 2026