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NATIONALISM

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Nationalism.

Nationalism - as a noun

Love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it

Example: "They rode the same wave of popular patriotism"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
patriotism
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
loyaltytrueness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The doctrine that your national culture and interests are superior to any other

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
multiculturalisminternationalism

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

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
internationalism

Example Sentences

"Many people believe that nationalism can lead to conflicts between nations."
"The rise of nationalism in the 19th century led to the formation of new nation-states."
"Some argue that nationalism promotes unity and national identity."
"The government used nationalism as a tool to rally support for its policies."
"Colonial powers often suppressed nationalism in their colonies."
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Word Game Points

Is NATIONALISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nationalism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NATIONALISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is NATIONALISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nationalism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NATIONALISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is NATIONALISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nationalism is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NATIONALISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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