as in nationalism
love and support for one's country
her patriotism was so heartfelt that she devoted her life to serving her country
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Recent Examples of patriotism
This is often the case with people who make a big show of patriotism.
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Louis Menand, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
The Hamptons are heating up for Memorial Day, a three day weekend packed with pop-ups, parties and patriotism.
—Nancy Kane, New York Daily News, 23 May 2025
The grounds are beautiful, the setting is tranquil, and the ceremonies held here every Memorial Day are filled with heartfelt patriotism.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
This included studies on the attitudes of Russians toward their homeland in relation to the rest of the world—the sources of Russian patriotism, attitudes toward authority, and how Russians felt about the suppression of individual freedom.
—Time, 20 May 2025
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Louis Menand, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
The Hamptons are heating up for Memorial Day, a three day weekend packed with pop-ups, parties and patriotism.
—Nancy Kane, New York Daily News, 23 May 2025
The grounds are beautiful, the setting is tranquil, and the ceremonies held here every Memorial Day are filled with heartfelt patriotism.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
This included studies on the attitudes of Russians toward their homeland in relation to the rest of the world—the sources of Russian patriotism, attitudes toward authority, and how Russians felt about the suppression of individual freedom.
—Time, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patriotism
nationalism
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In its century of existence, the Palestinian Arab movement has arguably had a mere three leaders: Abbas, Arafat, and Arafat’s distant cousin, Amin al Husseini, the founding father of Palestinian nationalism.—
Sean Durns,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2025
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For Modi, who swept to power more than a decade ago on a ticket of nationalism and a promise of future greatness, investments in infrastructure like the Chenab Bridge and the broader rail link project can be seen as a powerful tool for social integration and political influence.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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“Patriotism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patriotism. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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