nationalism
n. uncountablen. a strong feeling of pride in your country, often with the belief that it is better than all others. It can also mean the desire for a group of people to form their own independent nation.
n. an ideology or sentiment that emphasises loyalty and devotion to a nation, often placing its interests above those of other nations. It frequently encompasses the pursuit of political independence or self-determination for a specific group.
The politician's speech appealed to a strong sense of nationalism.
During the nineteenth century, rising nationalism across Europe led many ethnic groups to demand their own independent states.
While patriotism is generally viewed as a benign affection for one's homeland, nationalism often carries an exclusionary edge, prioritising domestic interests over international cooperation.
Borrowed from French nationalisme, equivalent to national + -ism.
Frequently paired with adjectives like 'rising', 'fervent', or 'economic', and often contrasted with 'internationalism' or 'globalism'.