nationalism

Definitions

Identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.

Advocacy of or support for the political independence of a particular nation or people.

Examples

The rise of extreme nationalism can often lead to increased tensions between neighboring countries.

He argued that a healthy sense of nationalism is essential for fostering unity within a diverse population.

The political movement was fueled by a surge of fervent nationalism among the younger generation.

Synonyms

patriotism jingoism chauvinism xenophobia nativism sectarianism isolationism

Antonyms

internationalism globalism cosmopolitanism universalism multiculturalism humanitarianism globalization