Compatriotism

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpeɪtriəˌtɪzəm/

Definitions of compatriotism

noun a feeling of loyalty and solidarity towards one's fellow countrymen

Example Sentences

A1 My compatriotism makes me proud of my country.

A2 I feel a sense of compatriotism when I see my national flag waving.

B1 Compatriotism is important for fostering a sense of national unity.

B2 His compatriotism led him to volunteer for military service.

C1 Compatriotism can sometimes lead to nationalism if taken to extremes.

C2 She demonstrated her compatriotism by organizing a fundraiser for disaster relief in her home country.

Examples of compatriotism in a Sentence

formal Compatriotism is the sense of loyalty and solidarity towards one's fellow citizens.

informal Showing compatriotism means supporting and standing by your fellow countrymen.

slang Real compatriotism is about having each other's backs no matter what.

figurative In times of crisis, compatriotism shines through as people come together to support each other.

Grammatical Forms of compatriotism

• past tense: compatriotized
• plural: compatriots
• comparative: more compatriotic
• superlative: most compatriotic
• present tense: compatriotizes
• future tense: will compatriotize
• perfect tense: has compatriotized
• continuous tense: is compatriotizing
• singular: compatriot
• positive degree: compatriotic
• infinitive: to compatriotize
• gerund: compatriotizing
• participle: compatriotized

Origin and Evolution of compatriotism

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'compatriotism' is derived from the Latin word 'compatriota', which combines 'com-' (together) and 'patriota' (fellow countryman).

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a sense of belonging or loyalty to one's fellow countrymen, 'compatriotism' has evolved to encompass a broader concept of national identity and unity among individuals from the same country.