[ 'ʃəʊv(ɪ)nɪz(ə)m ]
■ noun
1》 exaggerated or aggressive patriotism.
2》 excessive or prejudiced support or loyalty for one's own cause, group, or sex.
Derivatives
chauvinist noun & adjective
chauvinistic adjective
chauvinistically adverb
Origin
C19: named after Nicolas Chauvin , a Napoleonic veteran noted for his extreme patriotism.