nationalism
/ˈnæʃənəˌlɪzəm/
noun
- A strong feeling of pride and loyalty toward one's own country, often with the belief that it is better than other countries.
- His nationalism made him proud to sing the national anthem at every game.
- The festival celebrated cultural nationalism through traditional music and dance.
- Extreme nationalism can sometimes lead to conflict between nations.
- A political movement or ideology that seeks to create or maintain a nation-state based on shared identity, language, or culture.
- Nationalism in the region fueled demands for independence from colonial rule.
- Scholars study how nationalism shapes modern borders and immigration policies.
- The 19th century saw the rise of nationalism across Europe, leading to the unification of Italy and Germany.
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