machismo

noun

Meaning

A strong or exaggerated sense of masculine pride, often characterized by dominance, aggression, and the rejection of traits perceived as feminine.

Examples

The outdated culture of machismo in the office made it difficult for women to be taken seriously as leaders.
His refusal to wear a seatbelt was a misguided act of machismo that put everyone in the car at risk.

Synonyms: toughness, bravado, virility, hypermasculinity

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machismo

noun

Pronunciation: /məˈtʃɪz.moʊ/

Definition

A strong or exaggerated sense of masculine pride, often characterized by dominance, aggression, and the rejection of traits perceived as feminine.

Examples

The outdated culture of machismo in the office made it difficult for women to be taken seriously as leaders.
His refusal to wear a seatbelt was a misguided act of machismo that put everyone in the car at risk.
Critics argued that the film glorified toxic machismo rather than portraying a healthy version of masculinity.

Synonyms of machismo

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