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bellicose patriotism

[ˈbɛlɪkoʊs ˈpeɪtriətɪzəm]
noun
patriotismo belicoso
1. An aggressive or warlike form of nationalism characterized by a strong emphasis on military strength and readiness to engage in conflict to defend or promote national interests
The politician's bellicose patriotism alarmed international observers who feared it could destabilize the region.
O patriotismo belicoso do político alarmou observadores internacionais que temiam que pudesse desestabilizar a região.
2. Passionate devotion to one's country expressed through militant or combative rhetoric and posturing
His bellicose patriotism was evident in his inflammatory speeches about national superiority.
Seu patriotismo belicoso era evidente em seus discursos inflamados sobre a superioridade nacional.
Synonyms
aggressive nationalismjingoismmilitant patriotismwarmongering patriotismchauvinism
Antonyms
pacifismcosmopolitanisminternationalismdovishnesspeaceful patriotism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
patriotismo belicoso
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
patriotismo belicoso
No significant regional variation
São Paulo
patriotismo belicoso
No significant regional variation
Portugal
patriotismo belicoso
Standard usage; may also hear 'nacionalismo agressivo'

Related Idioms & Phrases

beat the drums of war
wave the flag
my country right or wrong
speak softly and carry a big stick
patriot games
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