Nationhood Meaning
/nˈeɪʃəˌnhʊd/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe quality of being a nation.
nounThe fact of achieving national independence or autonomy.
Sentence Examples
Nationhood is a sense of national identity.
Nationhood is celebrated on independence day.
The colony achieved full nationhood after a long struggle.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The new nation's pride in its ____ was evident in the flag-waving crowds.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The several long years of struggle finally culminated in full ____, as the country was recognized as a sovereign state by the several United Nations.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English nation Proto-Indo-European *keyt-der. Proto-Germanic *haiduzder. Proto-West Germanic *-haiduder. Old English -hād Middle English -hede English -hood English nationhood From nation + -hood.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The new nation's pride in its ____ was evident in the flag-waving crowds.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The several long years of struggle finally culminated in full ____, as the country was recognized as a sovereign state by the several United Nations.