nationalism
noun/ˈnæʃənəlɪzəm/
Frequency rank: #5,177 most common English word
Meaning
a strong feeling of pride in and loyalty to one's own country, often with the belief that it is superior to others.
Example sentence
Strong nationalism can unite people under a shared identity, but it can also lead to conflict with other nations.
Synonyms & related words
- patriotism
- jingoism
- chauvinism
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