patriotism
n. uncountable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpeɪtɹiəˌtɪzəm// UK //pˈætɹɪətˌɪzəm// pa·tri·o·tism
n. strong love and support for your country. It is the feeling that makes you proud of where you come from.
n. strong affection, devotion, and support for one's country. Often implies a sense of duty or pride in national identity.
His patriotism grew stronger during the war.
The national anthem stirred deep patriotism among the crowd.
Her patriotism was not blind; she supported her country while openly criticizing its failures.
From patriot + -ism.