nationalist

Meanings

• noun

  A person who strongly believes in and advocates for the interests, culture, and sovereignty of their nation.

  - "He is a prominent nationalist figure in his country."
  - "Many nationalists opposed the idea of joining a larger political union."

• noun

  An extreme supporter of a particular nation and its interests, often to the exclusion or suppression of others.

  - "The nationalist movement gained momentum after the war."
  - "His nationalist views led to conflict with neighboring countries."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with nationalist
stalagmite , patriote , venerate , create

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Variants

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nationalist , nationalists , anti-nationalist , anti-nationalists , antinationalist , antinationalists , Black Nationalism , Black Nationalist , Black Nationalists , black nationalism , black nationalist , black nationalists , White Nationalism , White Nationalist , White Nationalists , white nationalism , white nationalist , white nationalists

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'nacional', meaning 'belonging to a nation'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'nationalist' was first used in the late 18th century to describe those who advocated for the rights and interests of the German-speaking peoples.

2. Nationalist movements have been responsible for some of the most devastating conflicts in history, including World War I and the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947.

3. Nationalist symbols, such as flags and anthems, can be powerful tools for uniting people and inspiring loyalty to their nation.

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Related Concepts

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1. Patriotism: A related concept to nationalism, patriotism refers to love and devotion to one's country, but it does not necessarily involve the exclusion or suppression of other nations or cultures.

2. Globalization: Nationalism can be seen as a counterforce to globalization, which seeks to promote the interconnectedness of nations and the erosion of national borders.

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Culture

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Nationalists have played significant roles in shaping the histories of many nations, from the American and French Revolutions to the struggles for independence in Africa and Asia. Nationalist movements have often been driven by a desire for self-determination and the preservation of cultural identity.

How to Memorize "nationalist"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of people waving their national flags and chanting slogans in support of their country.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nationalist' with the idea of people coming together to protect and promote their nation's interests.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'NATIONAL' to remember the different aspects of nationalism: Nationalism, Advocacy, Tradition, Identity, Ownership, Sovereignty, and Loyalty.

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