Definition

A person who is from the same country as another person, sharing citizenship or nationality.

Example

She felt a strong bond with her compatriots during the international conference.

Conversation

I met a really interesting compatriot at the event last night.

Oh really? What did you talk about?

We discussed our favorite places to visit in the country.

That sounds great! It's always nice to connect with a fellow compatriot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Compatriot → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "patria" (meaning fatherland or country). The word "compatriot" refers to someone from the same country or fatherland, emphasizing a shared national identity.

Memory Tip

Think of people who are 'together' ('com-') in their 'fatherland' ('patria') — that's why a compatriot is someone from the same country.

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