Jingoism: meaning, definitions and examples
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jingoism
[ ˈdʒɪŋɡəʊɪz(ə)m ]
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.
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
Etymology
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.
See also: jingoist, jingoistic.