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chauvinism

/ˈʃəʊ.vɪ.nɪ.zəm/

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noun

/ˈʃəʊ.vɪ.nɪ.zəm/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее преувеличенную или фанатичную веру в превосходство своей собственной группы, особенно своей страны или пола, часто проявляющуюся как агрессивный патриотизм или сексизм.

A noun referring to an exaggerated or fanatical belief in the superiority of one's own group, especially one's country or gender, often manifesting as aggressive patriotism or sexism.

uncountable

  1. Excessive patriotismC1formalpolitical

    An exaggerated, often aggressive belief in the superiority of one's own country or group, accompanied by a disdain for others.

    ruШовинизм

    • His chauvinism made him refuse to acknowledge any foreign achievements.
    • The speech was filled with nationalistic chauvinism.
    • Extreme chauvinism can lead to international conflict.

    Synonymsethnocentrismflag-wavingjingoismsuperpatriotismultranationalism

  2. Male superiority beliefC1formal

    The belief that men are inherently superior to women, often resulting in prejudice or discrimination against women.

    ruШовинизм

    • Her promotion was blocked by the old-fashioned chauvinism of her male colleagues.
    • Chauvinism in the workplace can create a hostile environment.
    • He was accused of chauvinism for making sexist remarks.

    Synonymsmale chauvinismmisogynysexism

Forms
  • chauvinisms plural form
  • chauvinisms' possessive plural form
  • chauvinism's possessive singular form
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