Chauvinism

usgb/ˈʃəʊvɪnɪzəm/
noun

Excessive or prejudiced loyalty or support for one's own cause, group, or gender.

His aggressive chauvinism was apparent when he claimed his country to be superior to all others.
Visual representation of "chauvinism" - Excessive or prejudiced loyalty or support for one's own cause, group, or gender

Often appears as...

  • male chauvinism
  • nationalistic chauvinism

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

The term is often used negatively to suggest unfair bias or discrimination.

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His arguments were dismissed as mere chauvinism, ignoring important facts.
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Gender Context

In gender discussions, 'male chauvinism' refers to men's belief of their superiority over women.

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The old club was notorious for its male chauvinism and exclusion of women.
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Modern Usage

Today, the word is less about patriotism and more about biased beliefs in many areas.

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They accused the media of cultural chauvinism in its coverage of international news.
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