patriotic
/pæt.ɹiˈɒ.tɪk/
pæt · ɹIⱰ · tɪk (3 syllables)
English
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Definition
Inspired by or showing patriotism; done out of love of one's country; zealously and unselfishly devoted to the service of one's country
Etymology
From French patriotique, from Late Latin patriōticus, from Ancient Greek πατριωτικός (patriōtikós), from πατριώτης (patriṓtēs), equivalent to patriot + -ic.
Example Sentences
- "a patriotic statesman"
- "a patriotic song"
- "But if patriotic sentiment is wanted, I've patriotic ballads cut and dried; For where'er our country's banner may be planted, All other local banners are defied!"
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