Chauvinistic
(adjective)
- Exhibiting excessive or aggressive patriotism or the belief in the superiority of one's own country or group.
- Exhibiting or characterized by an attitude of superiority towards members of the opposite sex.
Origin:
From french chauviniste, from nicolas chauvin, a french soldier known for his excessive patriotism.
Examples:
- The politician's speeches were filled with chauvinistic rhetoric, promoting the idea that their country was superior to all others.
- He was a chauvinistic man, and believed that men were better suited for leadership roles than women.
- The company's policies were seen as chauvinistic, as they discriminated against women and minorities.
- Many people felt that the soldier's actions were chauvinistic and unbecoming of a member of the military.
- The leader of the group was accused of being chauvinistic for his views on the role of women in society.