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

The party’s ideology combines nationalism with liberal economic policies. — Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026

In Iraq, by contrast, growing support for secular politics could strengthen movements that appeal to territorial nationalism as an alternative to sectarian mobilization. — Mansoor Moaddel, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026

Ben-Zeev dismissed wartime nationalism as a reason for Israeli founders to list at home, or for Israeli investors to buy their shares. — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 12 Oct. 2026

In Greece to discuss deepening economic, energy and security cooperation, Rubio made the case for nationalism while emphasizing the importance of global alliances. — Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026