Nationalism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈnæʃənəlɪz(ə)m/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Nationalism is a noun meaning A more extreme form of patriotism; the idea of a more extreme support for one's country, people or culture.
Meaning
A more extreme form of patriotism; the idea of a more extreme support for one's country, people or culture.
More Meanings
- Support for the creation of a sovereign nation (which does not currently exist).
- (UK, Ireland) Support for the union of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Example Sentences
Basque nationalism
Kurdish nationalism
Communists, socialists, and Islamists are against nationalism.
Following the 1979 Revolution, Khomeini came out against nationalism.
Word Forms
- nationalisms
Synonyms for nationalism
Depending on context, synonyms include patriotism.
Antonyms for nationalism
Common opposites include internationalism, antinationalism, cosmopolitanism, unionism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include patriotism, nationalistic, nationalist, patriotic, chauvinism, nationality.
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