Meaning & use
patriotism
A deep love, loyalty, and devotion to one's own country.
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Waving flags on Independence Day, the crowd expressed a shared sense of patriotism.
Her patriotism showed through years of volunteer work supporting veterans in her community.
A note on using this word
Patriotism usually implies pride in and loyalty to one's country, while nationalism can carry a stronger, more aggressive connotation.
Words with a similar meaning
national pride
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