countryman
1 synonym and 3 antonyms for countryman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person from the same country as the speaker; a fellow national.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A person from the same country as the speaker; a fellow national.
“He was proud to meet a countryman while traveling abroad.”
Opposites
2. noun
A man who lives in or is associated with the countryside.
“The old countryman knew every trail in the hills.”
Opposites
Etymology
From country + man.
Full origin of countryman →Frequently asked questions
What does “countryman” mean?
The word “countryman” means a person from the same country as the speaker; a fellow national. In plain terms, someone from your own nation, or a man who lives rurally.
How do you pronounce “countryman”?
“Countryman” is pronounced KUHNT-ree-muhn (/ˈkʌntɹimən/ in IPA).
How do you use “countryman” in a sentence?
Here is “countryman” used in a sentence: “He was proud to meet a countryman while traveling abroad.”
What part of speech is “countryman”?
“Countryman” is a noun.
How many meanings does “countryman” have?
“Countryman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person from the same country as the speaker; a fellow national.
