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Princeton's WordNet

  1. male chauvinism, chauvinism, antifeminismnoun

    activity indicative of belief in the superiority of men over women

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  1. male chauvinismnoun

    Disparaging, patronizing, discriminatory or abusive speech or behavior by males toward females stemming from a belief that males are superior to females and females therefore worthy of less respect and inferior treatment. A form of sexism.

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  1. male chauvinismnoun

    A belief in the innate superiority of men over women.

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  1. male chauvinism

    Male chauvinism is a belief, attitude or behavior of a man showing unjustified superiority, dominance or prejudice towards women. It assumes men are superior to women both intellectually and physically, discrediting women's abilities and undervaluing their achievements. This ideology often supports traditional gender roles and can lead to sexism and gender inequality.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of male chauvinism in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of male chauvinism in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6


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