NATIONALISM Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

nationalism

noun

ˈna-sh(ə-)nə-ˌli-zəm

as in patriotism

excessive favoritism towards one's own country Nazism's almost epic nationalism appealed to downtrodden Germans still suffering the humiliation of being defeated in World War I

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internationalism

as in devotion

love and support for one's country American nationalism is often most visible during Fourth of July celebrations

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Recent Examples of nationalism Apprehension over Awaken has spilled out to the broader Coronado community, prompting discussions among the city’s Christian leaders about Christian nationalism, expressions of faith and religious liberty. —

Maura Fox, The Mercury News, 16 Dec. 2024 And if so, how would that Christian nationalism affect Trump’s recent announcement to use the military to aid mass deportations? —

Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 19 Nov. 2024 The current usage of the term Christian nationalism started in 2006. —

Lauren Green, Fox News, 17 Nov. 2024 Hegseth's deep ideological commitment to extremist Christian nationalism, if put in a position of great power and authority, would pose a serious threat to the right to religious freedom enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. —

Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nationalism