Nationalism Definition

năshə-nə-lĭzəm, năshnə-
noun
Devotion to one's nation; patriotism.
Webster's New World
Excessive, narrow, or jingoist patriotism; chauvinism.
Webster's New World
The belief that nations will benefit from acting independently rather than collectively, emphasizing national rather than international goals.
American Heritage
The doctrine that national interest, security, etc. are more important than international considerations.
Webster's New World
The belief that a particular cultural or ethnic group constitutes a distinct people deserving of political self-determination.
American Heritage

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Noun

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nationalism
Plural:
nationalisms

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