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- DictionaryChau·vin·ism/ˈSHōvəˌniz(ə)m/
noun
- 1. excessive or prejudiced support for one's own cause or group, in particular male prejudice against women: "we stand together to stamp out chauvinism and bigotry"
noun
Exaggerated patriotism and a belligerent belief in national superiority
Chauvinism ( SHOH-vih-nih-zəm) is the unreasonable belief in the superiority or dominance of one's own group or people, who are seen as strong and virtuous, while others are considered weak, unworthy, or inferior. The Encyclopaedia Britannica describes it as a form of excessive and unreasonable patriotism and nationalism, a fervent faith in national excellence and glory. Wikipedia