Nationalistic

usgb/ˌnæʃnəˈlɪstɪk/
adjective

Showing a strong love and support for your own country.

His speeches have a nationalistic tone.
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Often appears as...

  • nationalistic sentiment
  • nationalistic fervor
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Emotional Charge

Can suggest intense loyalty, potentially excluding other nations' value.

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His nationalistic rhetoric sparked heated debates about patriotism.
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Potential Extremism

Sometimes associated with extreme loyalty that may lead to intolerance.

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Their nationalistic views made them wary of foreign influences.
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Not Always Positive

While patriotic, it can imply aggression or superiority over others.

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The party's nationalistic policies worried neighboring countries.
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