Patriote (en. Patriot)

/patʁi.jot/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A person who shows a fervent attachment to their country.
The patriot has always been ready to defend his nation.
Le patriote a toujours été prêt à défendre sa nation.
A member of a political movement that advocates for the defense of the homeland.
The patriots united to fight for freedom.
Les patriotes se sont unis pour lutter pour la liberté.
An individual who serves their country, often with pride.
A patriot is often seen as a national hero.
Un patriote est souvent vu comme un héros national.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'patriota', meaning 'friend of the homeland'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

patriotic spirit
Attitude or feeling of love for the homeland.
esprit patriotique
patriot at heart
A person who is deeply attached to their country.
patriote dans l'âme
blind patriotism
An attitude of unconditional support for one's country.
patriotisme aveugle

Related Words

patriotism
Fervent attachment to one's country.
patriotisme
nationalism
Political ideology advocating the supremacy of national interests.
nationalisme
homeland
A country of which one is a citizen.
patrie

Slang Meanings

An antifascist who calls themselves a patriot.
He considers himself a patriot even if he criticizes the government.
Il se considère comme un patriote même s'il critique le gouvernement.
Misguided patriot.
Some say he is a misguided patriot because of his actions.
Certains disent qu'il est un patriote dévoyé à cause de ses actions.