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
Examples of patriotic in a Sentence
A patriotic fervor swept the country.
hanging a flag outside one's home is a patriotic gesture
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The Valley’s population tends to be patriotic and religious, with relatively lower rates of educational attainment.
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Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 7 July 2025
Which brings us back to the founders who were dedicated to the purpose of patriotic civics education in this country.
—Linda McMahon, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 July 2025
Gallup reports that Americans have become less patriotic over time, and that difference is primarily driven by Democrats.
—John Fund, National Review, 6 July 2025
Strikingly, the poll found that younger Americans were far less likely to be patriotic than older generations: only 41% of Gen Z is extremely or very proud to be American, compared to nearly 75% of Baby Boomers.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 6 July 2025
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Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 7 July 2025
Which brings us back to the founders who were dedicated to the purpose of patriotic civics education in this country.
—Linda McMahon, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 July 2025
Gallup reports that Americans have become less patriotic over time, and that difference is primarily driven by Democrats.
—John Fund, National Review, 6 July 2025
Strikingly, the poll found that younger Americans were far less likely to be patriotic than older generations: only 41% of Gen Z is extremely or very proud to be American, compared to nearly 75% of Baby Boomers.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 6 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for patriotic
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“Patriotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patriotic. Accessed 18 Jul. 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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