patriotic

/,pætri'ɔtik/

Thân thiện

A family proudly displays the patriotic flag in their front yard.

Definition

Adjective: - Inspired by love for your country: Feeling, expressing, or characterized by devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.

Usage

The word "patriotic" describes a person, action, or sentiment that shows love, loyalty, and support for one's nation. It is a positive adjective often associated with national pride, especially during events like national holidays or times of collective effort.

Examples

• The patriotic citizens proudly displayed the flag on Independence Day.
• Her patriotic speech inspired everyone to contribute to the community.
• It was a patriotic act to serve in the military.

Advanced Usage

• "to feel patriotic": to experience a strong sense of love and pride for one's country.
  • I always feel very patriotic when I hear our national anthem.
• "patriotic duty": a responsibility one feels towards their country.
  • Many people consider voting a patriotic duty.

Variants and Related Words

• Patriotism (n): The quality of being patriotic; vigorous support for one's country.
  • His actions were motivated by deep patriotism.
• Patriot (n): A person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it.
  • She is regarded as a true patriot.

Synonyms

• Nationalistic: Having strong feelings of patriotism, sometimes to an excessive degree.
• Loyal: Giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance.
• Devoted: Very loving or loyal.

Antonyms

• Unpatriotic: Not patriotic; lacking love for or loyalty to one's country.
• Traitorous: Involving betrayal of one's country.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "Patriotic fervor": Intense and passionate feeling of patriotism.
  • The parade was filled with patriotic fervor.
• "Waving the flag" (idiom): Behaving in a way that shows overt patriotism.
  • The politician was accused of just waving the flag to win votes.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. inspired by love for your country

Từ đồng nghĩa

• loyal