Nationalist

usgb/ˈnæʃnəlɪst/
noun

A person who strongly believes that their nation is better and important than others and should be independent.

He is a staunch nationalist who advocates for his nation's autonomy.
Visual representation of "nationalist" - A person who strongly believes that their nation is better and important than others and should be independent.

Often appears as...

  • staunch nationalist
  • nationalist movement
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Positive vs Negative

Nationalist can be viewed positively as patriotism or negatively as chauvinism, depending on the context.

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His nationalist pride made him volunteer for community service, but his nationalist disdain for other countries sparked controversy.
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Political Context

Often used in political debates to signify loyalty or criticism about national policies.

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During the debate, she was labeled a nationalist for her strict immigration policies.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Be cautious using 'nationalist' in conversations as it may offend or misrepresent someone's beliefs.

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He identified as a nationalist, yet respected the global community.
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