pro-Americanism
|pro-a-mer-i-can-ism|
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/ˌproʊ.əˈmɛrɪkənɪzəm/
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/ˌprəʊ.əˈmɛrɪkənɪzəm/
support for the United States
Etymology
'pro-Americanism' originates from a combination of elements in English: the prefix 'pro-' (from Latin 'pro', meaning 'for'), 'American' (from 'America', named after the explorer Amerigo Vespucci), and the suffix '-ism' (via Greek/Latin/ French meaning 'practice, doctrine, or system').
'pro-' comes from Latin 'pro' ('for'); 'America' was formed from the name Amerigo Vespucci in the 16th century and gave rise to 'American' in English; the suffix '-ism' derives from Greek '-ismos' via Latin and French. The compound 'pro-Americanism' arose in modern English as a descriptive political/cultural noun in the 19th–20th centuries.
Initially the components simply signified 'for America' in a literal sense; over time the compound developed specialized political and cultural connotations referring to advocacy of U.S. policies, influence, or cultural preference.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
support for the United States, its government, policies, or interests.
His pro-Americanism shaped his recommendations on foreign policy.
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Noun 2
a political stance favoring close ties or alignment with the United States, often advocating policies that reflect American interests.
Pro-Americanism among certain politicians resulted in closer bilateral agreements.
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Noun 3
a cultural preference for American values, products, or cultural norms.
Pro-Americanism in pop culture can be seen in the global popularity of American films and brands.
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