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patriot

/ˈpeɪ.tri.ət/
pa · tri · ot
Adverb:patriotically
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Plural:patriots
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Adjective:patriotic
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1

A person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors.

Example

"The monument honors a dedicated patriot who spent her life advocating for national independence and democratic reform."

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• Nearby Words

patrick
patrilocality
patrinia
patriot
patriotic
patriotically
patriotism

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French patriote, from Late Latin patriota ('fellow countryman'), ultimately from Ancient Greek patriōtēs ('of the same fatherland'), derived from patris ('fatherland') and patēr ('father').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Patriot. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/patriot
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