PATRIOTISM: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for PATRIOTISM?

Need another word that means the same as “patriotism”? Find 3 synonyms and 30 related words for “patriotism” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Patriotism” are: nationalism, allegiance to one's country, loyalty to one's country

Patriotism as a Noun

Definitions of "Patriotism" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “patriotism” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• Love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it.
• The quality of being patriotic; devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.

Synonyms of "Patriotism" as a noun (3 Words)

allegiance to one's country	The loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign.
loyalty to one's country	The quality of being loyal.
nationalism	The aspiration for national independence felt by people under foreign domination. British nationalism was in the air and patriotic sentiments ran high.

Usage Examples of "Patriotism" as a noun

• They rode the same wave of popular patriotism.
• A highly decorated officer of unquestionable integrity and patriotism.

Associations of "Patriotism" (30 Words)

blind	Make blind by putting the eyes out. Her eyes were blinded with scalding tears.
chauvinism	Fanatical patriotism. There is very little national chauvinism in the country today.
chauvinist	A person with a prejudiced belief in the superiority of his or her own kind. A chauvinist rejection of foreign interference.
chauvinistic	Feeling or displaying aggressive or exaggerated patriotism. She overcomes the surly objections of her chauvinistic editor to uncover the truth.
colonialism	Exploitation by a stronger country of weaker one; the use of the weaker country’s resources to strengthen and enrich the stronger country. The state apparatus that was dominant under colonialism.
devoted	Zealous in devotion or affection. Devoted friends.
discrimination	Unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice. Discrimination between right and wrong.
enthusiasm	Something that arouses enthusiasm. Enthusiasm for his program is growing.
ethnic	A member of an ethnic minority. Ethnic jewellery.
ethnicity	The quality or fact of belonging to a population group or subgroup made up of people who share a common cultural background or descent. Ethnicity has a strong influence on community status relations.
ethnocentrism	Belief in the superiority of one’s own ethnic group.
ethnographic	Relating to the scientific description of peoples and cultures with their customs, habits, and mutual differences. Ethnographical data.
ethnology	The branch of anthropology that deals with the division of humankind into races and with their origins and distribution and distinctive characteristics.
faithful	Those who are faithful to a particular religion or political party. Employees who had notched up decades of faithful service.
heroism	The qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle. They fought with exemplary heroism.
hierarchy	A system in which members of an organization or society are ranked according to relative status or authority. Put honesty first in her hierarchy of values.
jingo	An extreme bellicose nationalist. The feverish excitement of the jingo crowds.
jingoism	Fanatical patriotism. The popular jingoism that swept the lower middle classes.
jingoist	An extreme bellicose nationalist.
liege	A vassal or subject. The Scots obeyed him as their liege lord.
loyal	Unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause- Campaign song for William Henry Harrison. Loyal service.
militarism	A political orientation of a people or a government to maintain a strong military force and to be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests. The need for liberal democratic reforms to avoid a revival of militarism.
nation	The people who live in a nation or country. The news was announced to the nation.
nationalism	The aspiration for national independence felt by people under foreign domination. Their nationalism is tempered by a desire to join the European Union.
nationalist	Relating to nationalists or nationalism. A nationalist movement.
patriot	A person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors. A true patriot.
patriotic	Inspired by love for your country. Today s game will be played before a fiercely patriotic crowd.
race	Compete in a race. The cars raced down the street.
racism	The prejudice that members of one race are intrinsically superior to members of other races. Theories of racism.
xenophobia	A fear of foreigners or strangers. The resurgence of racism and xenophobia.