B1adjective3K

UK//ˈpeɪ.tri.ə.tɪk//US//ˈpeɪ.tri.ɑː.tɪk//

Meaning of Patriotic

Feeling or expressing love for your country.

In simple words: Loving or supporting your country

Patriotic in a sentence

  • She wore a patriotic outfit for Independence Day celebrations.
  • His speech was filled with patriotic sentiments that inspired many.
  • The painting depicted a patriotic scene from the country's history.
  • Patriotic music often plays during national holidays.
  • Many people felt a patriotic pride during the Olympics.

How to use Patriotic

Use 'patriotic' to describe actions, feelings, or symbols associated with love for one's country. Common in political or cultural discussions.

Grammar pattern

attributive adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'patriot' - someone who loves their country.

Related words

Collocations with Patriotic

  • patriotic fervor
  • patriotic duty
  • patriotic song

Synonyms for Patriotic

  • nationalistic
  • loyal
  • patronage

Opposites of Patriotic

Common mistakes with Patriotic

  • Confusing with 'nationalistic', which can have a more aggressive connotation.
  • Using it interchangeably with 'patriot', which is a noun.
  • Incorrectly applying it to non-country related contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about Patriotic

What does Patriotic mean?

Loving or supporting your country

What is the definition of Patriotic?

Feeling or expressing love for your country.

How do you use Patriotic in a sentence?

She wore a patriotic outfit for Independence Day celebrations.

Can you give another example of Patriotic?

His speech was filled with patriotic sentiments that inspired many.

What are synonyms for Patriotic?

Common alternatives include nationalistic, loyal, patronage.

What is the opposite of Patriotic?

Opposite meanings include unpatriotic, disloyal.

What words go with Patriotic?

It commonly pairs with patriotic fervor, patriotic duty, patriotic song.

What are common mistakes when using Patriotic?

Confusing with 'nationalistic', which can have a more aggressive connotation. Using it interchangeably with 'patriot', which is a noun. Incorrectly applying it to non-country related contexts.

How do you pronounce Patriotic?

US: //ˈpeɪ.tri.ɑː.tɪk//, UK: //ˈpeɪ.tri.ə.tɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Patriotic?

Use 'patriotic' to describe actions, feelings, or symbols associated with love for one's country. Common in political or cultural discussions.

What CEFR level is Patriotic?

"Patriotic" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.