patriotic
adjective
pa·tri·ot·ic
ˌpā-trē-ˈä-tik 
chiefly British ˌpa-
1
: inspired by patriotism
stirring patriotic songs
patriotic organizations
patriotic feelings
2
: befitting or characteristic of a patriot
Examples of patriotic in a Sentence
A patriotic fervor swept the country.
hanging a flag outside one's home is a patriotic gesture
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At the end of the day, nothing is more patriotic than sharing a common enemy.
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Paola Ramos, TIME, 23 Oct. 2024
For all the brashness that defined his career — writing his own songs, standing proudly patriotic, eschewing Nashville for his native Oklahoma — his portion of the evening was full of subtle notes and poignant remembrances, with two exceptions.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024
Modern-day Russia, under Putin, pursues its own nationalist and patriotic goals in ways that are attuned to today’s geopolitical realities and the circumstances of Russian history and society.
—Julia Khrebtan-Hörhager, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2024
Bolstering faith and community life — an endeavor to encourage ethical living and serviced-based citizenship — would undoubtedly make Americans more patriotic.
—John Hatzis, National Review, 13 Sep. 2024
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Paola Ramos, TIME, 23 Oct. 2024
For all the brashness that defined his career — writing his own songs, standing proudly patriotic, eschewing Nashville for his native Oklahoma — his portion of the evening was full of subtle notes and poignant remembrances, with two exceptions.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024
Modern-day Russia, under Putin, pursues its own nationalist and patriotic goals in ways that are attuned to today’s geopolitical realities and the circumstances of Russian history and society.
—Julia Khrebtan-Hörhager, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2024
Bolstering faith and community life — an endeavor to encourage ethical living and serviced-based citizenship — would undoubtedly make Americans more patriotic.
—John Hatzis, National Review, 13 Sep. 2024
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“Patriotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patriotic. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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patriotic
adjective
pa·tri·ot·ic
ˌpā-trē-ˈät-ik
1
: having or showing patriotism
2
: suitable or proper for a patriot
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