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NATIONALISTIC

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Devotion to the interests or culture of a particular nation including promoting the interests of one country over those of others

Example:

minor nationalistic differences

Synonyms:

nationalist; nationalistic

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

national (limited to or in the interests of a particular nation)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Fanatically patriotic

Synonyms:

chauvinistic; flag-waving; jingoistic; nationalistic; superpatriotic; ultranationalistic

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

loyal; patriotic (inspired by love for your country)

Derivation:

nationalism (love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it)

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