national
Translation
national
Examples
This is a matter of national importance.
This is a matter of national importance.
She is a national hero.
She is a national hero.
The national park is beautiful.
The national park is beautiful.
Grammar Patterns
national ((noun)) relating to a whole nation We sang the national anthem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: state, public; Antonyms: local, private
Etymology
From 'nation' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-al'.
Memory Tips
If it belongs to or represents the whole country, it's 'national'. For example, a national team.