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compatriot Synonyms
Another word for compatriot
Choosing another word for compatriot depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A fellow citizen or national of a country; someone who shares the same homeland.
Usage Example
"During the international tournament, she cheered enthusiastically for her compatriots on the track."
Strongest
countryman
countrywoman
fellow citizen
Strong
landsman
Weak
homeboy
• noun (Context 2)
A close colleague, associate, or companion within a particular profession, organization, or endeavor.
Usage Example
"He collaborated closely with his scientific compatriots to publish the groundbreaking climate study."
Strongest
colleague
Strong
associate
comrade
peer
confederate
ally
cohort
companion
Opposites of compatriot
The opposite of compatriot shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
foreigner
foreign
alien
opponent
adversary
rival
outsider
competitor
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Compatriot. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/compatriot