Jingoism: meaning, definitions and examples

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jingoism

[ ˈdʒɪŋɡəʊɪz(ə)m ]

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political

extreme patriotism, especially in the form of aggressive or warlike foreign policy

Synonyms

chauvinism, militarism, nationalism

Examples of usage

His jingoism led to tensions with neighboring countries.
The leader's jingoism was evident in his speeches calling for military action.

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general

extreme nationalism characterized by a belligerent foreign policy

Synonyms

aggressiveness, bellicosity, chauvinism

Examples of usage

The country's jingoism alienated its allies and led to diplomatic isolation.
Jingoism often leads to conflicts and wars.

Translations

Translations of the word "jingoism" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chauvinismo

🇮🇳 कट्टर देशभक्ति

🇩🇪 Chauvinismus

🇮🇩 chauvinisme

🇺🇦 шовінізм

🇵🇱 szowinizm

🇯🇵 狂信的愛国主義 (kyōshinteki aikokushugi)

🇫🇷 chauvinisme

🇪🇸 chauvinismo

🇹🇷 şovenizm

🇰🇷 맹목적 애국주의 (maengmokjeok aegukjuui)

🇸🇦 الشوفينية

🇨🇿 šovinismus

🇸🇰 šovinizmus

🇨🇳 沙文主义 (shāwénzhǔyì)

🇸🇮 šovinizem

🇮🇸 þjóðremba

🇰🇿 шовинизм

🇬🇪 შოვინიზმი (shovinizmi)

🇦🇿 şovinizm

🇲🇽 chauvinismo

Word origin

The term 'jingoism' originated in the United Kingdom in the 1870s, associated with a popular song used to promote aggressive British foreign policy. It gained negative connotations due to its association with nationalism and militarism. The term has been used to criticize policies that prioritize national interests over international cooperation.