patriotism
noun
pa·tri·ot·ism
ˈpā-trē-ə-ˌti-zəm 
chiefly British ˈpa-
: love for or devotion to one's country
Although poles apart ideologically, they are both unashamed of their patriotism.—
Christopher Hemphill
Christopher Hemphill
Examples of patriotism in a Sentence
You may not agree with him politically, but no one can question his patriotism.
They supported the war with a fierce patriotism.
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A day to honor the patriotism, love of country, and sacrifice of those martyrs.
—Christina Coulter, Fox News, 11 Nov. 2024
The streets of Phoenix were filled with patriotism and pride on Veterans Day as people gathered to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
—Skylar Heisey, The Arizona Republic, 11 Nov. 2024
Shane is a student that represents Louisville Male's traditional values of patriotism, honesty, loyalty, respect and character.
—Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 8 Nov. 2024
The rabbi and priest who attend their wedding are veterans, too, deepening the play’s message that patriotism comes first.
—Samira Mehta, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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Christina Coulter, Fox News, 11 Nov. 2024
The streets of Phoenix were filled with patriotism and pride on Veterans Day as people gathered to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
—Skylar Heisey, The Arizona Republic, 11 Nov. 2024
Shane is a student that represents Louisville Male's traditional values of patriotism, honesty, loyalty, respect and character.
—Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 8 Nov. 2024
The rabbi and priest who attend their wedding are veterans, too, deepening the play’s message that patriotism comes first.
—Samira Mehta, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for patriotism
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“Patriotism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patriotism. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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patriotism
noun
pa·tri·ot·ism
ˈpā-trē-ə-ˌtiz-əm
: love of one's own country
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