unpatriotic
Unpatriotic (adjective) means lacking loyalty or devotion to one's country. Example: “Critics were quickly labeled unpatriotic for questioning the war.”
How to use unpatriotic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot showing love or support for your own country.
Word forms
more unpatriotic comparative, most unpatriotic superlative
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Critics were quickly labeled _____ for questioning the war.
Etymology
From un- + patriotic.
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Rhymes for unpatriotic
Frequently asked questions
What does “unpatriotic” mean?
The word “unpatriotic” means lacking loyalty or devotion to one's country. In plain terms, not showing love or support for your own country.
How do you use “unpatriotic” in a sentence?
Here is “unpatriotic” used in a sentence: “Critics were quickly labeled unpatriotic for questioning the war.”
What part of speech is “unpatriotic”?
“Unpatriotic” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of unpatriotic?
"unpatriotic" (adjective) means lacking loyalty or devotion to one's country.