definition: nationalism

This definition is from, "The Heritage Illustrated Dictionary Of The English Language -- International Edition, 1973 Edition."

nationalism  n.  1.  Devotion to the interests of a particular nation.  2.  The belief that nations would benefit from acting independently rather that collectively, emphasizing national rather than international goals.  3.  In countries under foreign political or economic domination, aspirations for national independence.  --nationalist  adj.  & n.  --nationalistic adj.  --nationalistically adv.