A patriot is someone who, feels or voices expressions of patriotism, support for their country. Patriot or Patriots may also refer to: Politics Patriot (American Revolution) those who supported the cause of American independence in the American Revolution USA PATRIOT Act, an act of federal legislation in the United States passed in response to the attacks of September 11 Patriots (faction), a Dutch group that was opposed to the Orangists in the United Provinces in the 18th century Parti patri… (More on Patriot)