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nationalistic

 

[ ˌnæʃəˈnælɪstɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

politics

Relating to or characteristic of nationalism.

Synonyms

chauvinistic, jingoistic, patriotic

Examples of usage

  • The candidate's nationalistic rhetoric appealed to patriotic voters.
  • His nationalistic policies prioritize the interests of his own country.
  • The nationalistic movement gained momentum after the war.
Context #2 | Adjective

attitude

Showing excessive patriotism or loyalty to one's own nation, often to the detriment of other nations.

Synonyms

chauvinistic, jingoistic, ultranationalistic

Examples of usage

  • Her nationalistic views often clash with the concept of global cooperation.
  • The nationalistic fervor led to tensions with neighboring countries.
  • Some people view his nationalistic behavior as xenophobic.

Translations

Translations of the word "nationalistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nacionalista

🇮🇳 राष्ट्रवादी

🇩🇪 nationalistisch

🇮🇩 nasionalistik

🇺🇦 націоналістичний

🇵🇱 nacjonalistyczny

🇯🇵 ナショナリスティック

🇫🇷 nationaliste

🇪🇸 nacionalista

🇹🇷 milliyetçi

🇰🇷 국수주의적인

🇸🇦 قومي

🇨🇿 nacionalistický

🇸🇰 nacionalistický

🇨🇳 民族主义的

🇸🇮 nacionalističen

🇮🇸 þjóðernissinnaður

🇰🇿 ұлтшылдық

🇬🇪 ნაციონალისტური

🇦🇿 millətçi

🇲🇽 nacionalista

Etymology

The word 'nationalistic' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the word 'nationalist' combined with the suffix '-ic', meaning 'of or relating to'. The concept of nationalism has a complex history, often associated with movements for independence, self-determination, or cultural identity. However, the term can also carry negative connotations, such as exclusionary attitudes or aggressive patriotism. In contemporary politics, discussions around nationalistic ideologies remain a contentious topic, with debates about the balance between national interests and international cooperation.

See also: international, multinational, national, nationalism, nationalist, nationality, nationalization, nationalize, nationally, nationals, nationwide, transnational.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,137, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.