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chauvinism

noun
/ˈʃoʊ.vəˌnɪz.əm/

Meaning

Excessive or prejudiced support for one's own cause, group, or gender, often with contempt for others.

Example Sentences

The company's culture was criticized for promoting male chauvinism.

Example Expressions

male chauvinism

Synonyms

bias, prejudice, sexism, nationalism, patriarchy

Antonyms

equality, fairness, impartiality

Collocations

male chauvinism, cultural chauvinism, chauvinism in politics

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