patriotic
adjective
pa·tri·ot·ic
ˌpā-trē-ˈä-tik 
chiefly British ˌpa-
1
: inspired by patriotism
stirring patriotic songs
patriotic organizations
patriotic feelings
2
: befitting or characteristic of a patriot
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A patriotic fervor swept the country.
hanging a flag outside one's home is a patriotic gesture
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Arkansas Online, 3 June 2025
The 42-year-old historian who had no previous political experience built his campaign on patriotic themes, traditional Catholic values, and a vow to defend Poland’s sovereignty against the EU and larger European nations like Germany.
—Vanessa Gera, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2025
Dragon boats were initially used for religious reasons, but the holiday became associated the death of a patriotic poet who drowned himself during the Warring States period.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 30 May 2025
In Rancho Bernardo, adults can create patriotic wreaths on June 9, teens can make birdhouses on June 17, a California State Parks Ranger will lead storytime on June 18, the animal show Zovargo will be featured on June 25 and a family board game day will be held on June 26.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2025
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“Patriotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patriotic. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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patriotic
adjective
pa·tri·ot·ic
ˌpā-trē-ˈät-ik
1
: having or showing patriotism
2
: suitable or proper for a patriot
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