Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for compatriot. Search instead for en:patriot.
Definitions

compatriot

[kuhm-pey-tree-uht, -pa-] / kəmˈpeɪ tri ət, -ˈpæ- /
NOUN
fellow countryman/countrywoman
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It means her compatriot Leylah Fernandez and Germany's Laura Siegemund, who they were scheduled to face in the doubles on Thursday evening, advance to the semi-finals.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The 24-year-old was unable to challenge in the unfamiliar distance, finishing in 51.14 seconds, while compatriot Amber Anning finished in fifth in 50.19.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

His Brazilian compatriot Casemiro is leaving the Red Devils - and Manuel Ugarte could follow.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

"The person concerned, a compatriot aged 28, unfortunately succumbed to the disease before the diagnosis was confirmed," the spokesman added.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The man who hung back joined his compatriot.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner




Vocabulary lists containing compatriot


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "compatriot" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com