Definition and Synonyms for Nationalism

Definition of Nationalism

1. Love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it Noun
2. The doctrine that your national culture and interests are superior to any other Noun
3. The aspiration for national independence felt by people under foreign domination Noun
4. The doctrine that nations should act independently (rather than collectively) to attain their goals Noun

nationalist
Noun
derivation
3
1. one who loves and defends his or her country
2. an advocate of national independence of or a strong national government
3. an advocate of national independence of or a strong national government
internationalism
Noun
antonym
2
1. the doctrine that nations should cooperate because their common interests are more important than their differences
2. the doctrine that nations should cooperate because their common interests are more important than their differences
multiculturalism
Noun
antonym
1
1. the doctrine that several different cultures (rather than one national culture) can coexist peacefully and equitably in a single country
nationalistic
Adjective Satellite
derivation
1
1. fanatically patriotic

Words Rhyme with nationalism

Etymology for nationalism