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nacionalismo

[na.si.o.na.LIZ.mu]
nounmasculinepl: nacionalismos
nationalism
1. Intense identification with and devotion to the interests of one's own nation; patriotic sentiment or ideology emphasizing national independence, interests, or superiority
The rise of nationalism in the 19th century led to the formation of many independent nations.
O surgimento do nacionalismo no século XIX levou à formação de muitas nações independentes.
2. A political movement or ideology based on the promotion of national interests and self-determination
Economic nationalism often prioritizes domestic industries over free trade.
O nacionalismo econômico frequentemente prioriza as indústrias domésticas em relação ao livre comércio.
Synonyms
patriotismoamor à pátriasentimento nacional
Antonyms
internacionalismocosmopolitismoglobalismo

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nacionalismo
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
nacionalismo
Standard usage in Portugal; often discussed in historical context of Portuguese nation-state

Related Idioms & Phrases

nacionalismo exacerbado (exaggerated nationalism)
nacionalismo fervoroso (fervent nationalism)
onda nacionalista (nationalist wave)
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