chauvinist — a person displaying aggressive or exaggerated patriotism or prejudiced loyalty to a particular group
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person displaying aggressive or exaggerated patriotism or prejudiced loyalty to a particular group
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʃoʊvɪnɪst/
Example Sentences
- The chauvinist boss refused to promote any women to management positions.
- My uncle is such a chauvinist that he won't even let his wife touch the TV remote.
- The politician's chauvinist speeches about national superiority concerned many voters.
chauvinist
NOUN[/ˈʃoʊvɪnɪst/]
a person displaying aggressive or exaggerated patriotism or prejudiced loyalty to a particular group
The chauvinist boss dismisses his female colleague's brilliant proposal without even listening.
The chauvinist shouts at the feminist and journalist!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'chauvinisme', derived from Nicolas Chauvin, a legendary French soldier known for his excessive patriotism and devotion to Napoleon. The term was popularized in 19th-century France and adopted into English to describe similar exaggerated nationalism.
Breakdown
Chauvin (proper name, French soldier) + -ist (one who practices or believes in) = chauvinist
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📝Examples
“The chauvinist boss refused to promote any women to management positions.”
“My uncle is such a chauvinist that he won't even let his wife touch the TV remote.”
“The politician's chauvinist speeches about national superiority concerned many voters.”
“He's a chauvinist who thinks his country's pizza is better than Italy's.”
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