patriotIc, patriotic, patriot i cal, patriot I cal

[Fr. patriot i que, from Low Lat. patriotic us, from Gr. patriot i kos; Sp. patrio tico; Ital. patriottico.] 1. Devoted to the interests and welfare of one's country; actuated by patriotism or love of one's fatherland. "Guard what you say; the patriotic tribe Will sneer, and charge you with a bribe." Cowper: Table Talk , 83. 2. Characterized or actuated by love of one's country. "They may give a sensible and patriotic vote."- Ob server, Nov. 15, 1885.