nationalist
|na/tion/al/ist|
/ˈnæʃənəlɪst/
advocating national interests
Etymology
'nationalist' originates from the word 'nation,' which comes from Latin 'natio,' meaning 'birth' or 'people.'
'natio' transformed into the Old French word 'nacion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'nation,' leading to 'nationalist.'
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a nation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'advocating for national interests.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who advocates for the interests and culture of their nation, often with a focus on independence or self-governance.
The nationalist led the movement for independence.
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Adjective 1
relating to or advocating for nationalism or national interests.
The nationalist policies were aimed at strengthening the country's economy.
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