patriotism
/ˈpeɪtɹi.əˌtɪzəm/ noun B2- Love of one's country; devotion to the welfare of one's compatriots; passion which inspires one to serve one's country.
- The actions of a patriot.
- The desire to compete sharply with, and perhaps also dominate, other nations; nationalism. · Near-synonyms: chauvinism, superpatriotism
Plural patriotisms
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He has grown grey in the service, is a gentleman, a favoured guest in the most exalted houses, and, above all, a man whose patriotism is beyond suspicion.
“A flag will cultivate a spirit of patriotism, Marilla.”
There’s precious little patriotism in the thoughts of any of you.
“Well, when you can combine patriotism and fun, isn’t it all right?
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