chauvinist
5 synonyms for chauvinist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person with an exaggerated, biased belief in the superiority of their own group, often used specifically for someone with sexist attitudes toward the opposite sex.
Synonyms
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How to use chauvinist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
male chauvinist
chauvinist attitude
Etymology
Named after Nicolas Chauvin, a (possibly legendary) French soldier famous for his fanatical devotion to Napoleon; the word later broadened from extreme patriotism to any excessive, biased loyalty, especially "male chauvinist" for sexist men.
Full origin of chauvinist →Frequently asked questions
What does “chauvinist” mean?
The word “chauvinist” means a person with an exaggerated, biased belief in the superiority of their own group, often used specifically for someone with sexist attitudes toward the opposite sex. In plain terms, someone excessively and unfairly biased in favour of their own group — most often heard today as "male chauvinist," meaning a sexist man.
How do you pronounce “chauvinist”?
“Chauvinist” is pronounced shō′v(ĭ)nĭst.
How do you use “chauvinist” in a sentence?
Here is “chauvinist” used in a sentence: “He was called out for being a chauvinist after dismissing his colleague's ideas.”
What part of speech is “chauvinist”?
Depending on how it is used, “chauvinist” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “chauvinist” come from?
The word “chauvinist” comes from French.
How many meanings does “chauvinist” have?
“Chauvinist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person with an exaggerated, biased belief in the superiority of their own group, often used specifically for someone with sexist attitudes toward the opposite sex.
