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Definition nationalism in American English

nationalism noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈnæʃən(ə)lˌɪzəm/
1

the wish for political independence of a group of people with the same language, culture, history, etc.

Example

Scottish nationalism

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2

the belief that your nation is better than other nations

Example

The leaders discussed the danger posed by an upsurge of extreme nationalism.

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Definition nationalism in American English