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jingoism

[ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊɪzəm]
noun
jingoísmo
1. Extreme patriotism in the form of aggressive or warlike foreign policy; bellicose nationalism
The politician's rhetoric was filled with jingoism, calling for military intervention in neighboring countries.
A retórica do político estava repleta de jingoísmo, pedindo intervenção militar em países vizinhos.
2. An exaggerated or bellicose patriotism characterized by contempt for other countries
Historical jingoism led many nations into unnecessary wars during the 19th century.
O jingoísmo histórico levou muitas nações a guerras desnecessárias durante o século XIX.
Synonyms
chauvinismultranationalismbellicose patriotismflag-wavingextreme patriotism
Antonyms
pacifisminternationalismcosmopolitanismisolationism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
jingoísmo
standard usage
São Paulo
jingoísmo
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
jingoísmo
standard usage
Portugal
jingoísmo
standard usage, sometimes paired with 'nacionalismo exagerado'

Related Idioms & Phrases

wave the flag
drum up support for war
my country right or wrong
nationalist fervor
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