Definitions

1. noun

The state of being a nation, especially in relation to its people, culture, or government.

“The struggle for nationhood has been a long and difficult process for many countries around the world.”

2. noun

The condition or quality of being a distinct and independent nation, often with its own sovereignty and self-governance.

“The nation’s pursuit of nationhood has been a driving force behind its efforts to establish a new constitution.”

3. noun

A feeling of national pride or identity, often accompanied by a sense of unity and shared values among the people of a nation.

“The celebration of the nation’s independence day is a powerful expression of its nationhood and shared heritage.”

4. noun

A state of being a nation in the sense of a distinct and organized community of people with a shared culture, language, and history.

“The tribe’s struggle for nationhood was a long and arduous one, but ultimately they emerged as a distinct nation with their own identity and culture.”