nationalist

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun one who loves and defends his or her country
  2. noun an advocate of national independence of or a strong national government
  3. adjective devotion to the interests or culture of a particular nation including promoting the interests of one country over those of others

Etymology

From national + -ist.

In classic literature

Synonyms

patriot

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