Meaning of the word chauvinist in English
What does chauvinist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
chauvinist
US /ˈʃoʊ.və.nɪst/
UK /ˈʃoʊ.və.nɪst/
Adjective
1.
believing or showing an unreasonable belief that your own country or race is the best or most important:
Example:
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The crowd was enthusiastically singing chauvinistic patriotic songs.
Noun
1.
someone who has an unreasonable belief that their own country or race is the best or most important:
Example:
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The English tend to be chauvinists - they expect you to sing in their language.
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