nationalism
[ nash-uh-nl-iz-uhm, nash-nuh-liz- ]
/ ˈnæʃ ə nlˌɪz əm, ˈnæʃ nəˌlɪz- /
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an·ti·na·tion·al·ism, nounnon·na·tion·al·ism, nounpro·na·tion·al·ism, nounsem·i·na·tion·al·ism, nounDictionary.com Unabridged
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How to use nationalism in a sentence
British Dictionary definitions for nationalism
nationalism
/ (ˈnæʃənəˌlɪzəm, ˈnæʃnə-) /
noun
a sentiment based on common cultural characteristics that binds a population and often produces a policy of national independence or separatism
loyalty or devotion to one's country; patriotism
exaggerated, passionate, or fanatical devotion to a national communitySee also chauvinism
Derived forms of nationalism
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Cultural definitions for nationalism
nationalism
The strong belief that the interests of a particular nation-state are of primary importance. Also, the belief that a people who share a common language, history, and culture should constitute an independent nation, free of foreign domination.
notes for nationalism
Nationalism is opposed to colonialism and imperialism.
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