Patriot (Noun)
Meaning
One who loves and defends his or her country.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- She was a patriot who volunteered for the army as soon as the war broke out.
- He is considered a patriot by many for his unwavering dedication to his country's independence.
- The founding fathers were true patriots who risked their lives for the freedom of their nation.
- After immigrating to a new country, she became a proud patriot of her new home and celebrated its holidays.
- As a veteran of three wars, the elderly man was honored as a patriot by the local community for his selfless service.