countrymen

NOUN

person from one's country

Synonyms

STRONGEST

compatriot

STRONG

landsman national

WEAK

fellow citizen

Example Sentences

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Prussia’s fortitude was especially significant for Washington’s countrymen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

How Tereza’s exile helps her countrymen isn’t quite clear, but I suspect it starts with giving someone younger her house and her job.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Since Bale retired in 2023, Wilson has scored more goals than any of his countrymen.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Like Dr. F. himself, Ms. Gyllenhaal has unleashed a monster on unsuspecting countrymen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Actually, as witness his unmusical opening—“Romans, countrymen and lovers”—it’s Brutus who has the tin ear.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith