pa·tri·ot·ism

[pey-tree-uh-tiz-uhm or, esp. British, pa-]
noun
devoted love, support, and defense of one's country; national loyalty.

Origin:
1720–30; patriot + -ism

an·ti·pa·tri·ot·ism, noun
hy·per·pa·tri·ot·ism, noun
o·ver·pa·tri·ot·ism, noun
pro·pa·tri·ot·ism, noun
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patriotism (ˈpætrɪəˌtɪzəm) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
Compare nationalism devotion to one's own country and concern for its defence

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patriotism
1726, from patriot + -ism.
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Example sentences
They are reasonable grounds for a steady, glowing patriotism.
It was a metaphorical call to duty and a redefinition of patriotism.
In the past, proving one's patriotism was the way to win votes, but no longer.
Patriotism is an important part of good citizenship.
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