Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of patriotic The most patriotic baby was declared and other contests hosted. Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 4 July 2025 The day has since been marked with public festivities, including fireworks, parades, barbecues, and other patriotic displays that honor the birth of the United States. Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025 There are plenty of places to watch fireworks in North Texas on the patriotic holiday. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2025 The al fresco events span a wide range of genres, from patriotic brass bands and symphony orchestras to pop stars and tribute concerts. AFAR Media, 3 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for patriotic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patriotic
Adjective
  • Still, with the rise of populist and ultra-conservative politicians utilizing nationalistic rhetoric, theocracy is becoming a greater concern for secular societies.
    Emi Eleode, Time, 14 July 2025
  • The Mexican flag represents more than nationalistic pride.
    Loren Collingwood, The Conversation, 1 July 2025
Adjective
  • In the European Council, just four of 27 members (Hungary, Slovakia, Italy, and the Czech Republic) are led by nationalist governments.
    Ian Bremmer, Time, 11 July 2025
  • The Iranian nationalist movement of the early 1950s was united in wanting to take Iran’s oil wealth from the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company, whose biggest shareholder was the British state.
    Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 9 July 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Patriotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patriotic. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on patriotic

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!