chauvinism

• Nom désignant une croyance exagérée ou fanatique en la supériorité de son propre groupe, en particulier de son pays ou de son sexe, se manifestant souvent par un patriotisme agressif ou un sexisme.

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.

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1. Excessive patriotismC1formalpolitical

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

   chauvinisme

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

   Synonymesethnocentrismflag-wavingjingoismsuperpatriotismultranationalism

2. Male superiority beliefC1formal

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

   Chauvinisme masculin

   • 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.

   Synonymesmale chauvinismmisogynysexism