NATIONALIST

nationalist, nationalistic

(adjective) devotion to the interests or culture of a particular nation including promoting the interests of one country over those of others; “nationalist aspirations”; “minor nationalistic differences”

nationalist

(noun) an advocate of national independence of or a strong national government

patriot, nationalist

(noun) one who loves and defends his or her country

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

nationalist (comparative more nationalist, superlative most nationalist)

Of or relating to nationalism.

Hyponyms

• neo-nationalist

Noun

nationalist (plural nationalists)

An advocate of nationalism.

Noun

Nationalist (plural Nationalists)

(South Africa) A member of the South African National Party during the 20th century.

Source: Wiktionary


Na"tion*al*ist, n.

Definition: One who advocates national unity and independence; one of a party favoring Irish independence.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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