Nationalism Definition & Meaning
nationalism
- noun
- love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it; "they rode the same wave of popular patriotism"; "British nationalism was in the air and patriotic sentiments ran high"
- the doctrine that your national culture and interests are superior to any other
- the aspiration for national independence felt by people under foreign domination
- the doctrine that nations should act independently (rather than collectively) to attain their goals
"Nationalism" in song lyrics
See how nationalism is used in real songs:
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"It's delegates and panelists all representin they nationalism"
Latyrx f/ El-P (Company Flow) — Looking Over a City -
"afrikaner nationalism"
AOL — AOL -
"white nationalism"
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Words that rhyme with nationalism
Usage tips for "nationalism"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nationalism" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for nationalism to find words that pair well.