machismo
Definition
- Noun:
- Exaggerated masculinity: A strong or exaggerated sense of masculine pride, often associated with a belief in the dominance of men and the need to display traditionally male traits like physical courage, strength, and aggressiveness.
Usage
- The word "machismo" is used to describe a cultural or personal attitude that emphasizes traditional male characteristics, sometimes to an excessive or toxic degree. It is often discussed in contexts of gender studies, sociology, and cultural criticism.
Examples
- Noun:
- The film critiques the culture of machismo that pressures men to hide their emotions.
- His aggressive behavior was driven more by machismo than by genuine confidence.
Advanced Usage
- "Toxic machismo": A specific term referring to aspects of machismo that are harmful, promoting aggression, sexism, and the suppression of emotion.
- The workshop aimed to address the problems of toxic machismo in the community.
Variants and Related Words
- Machista (adj/n): A Spanish-derived term for a person, typically a man, who exhibits or supports machismo.
- He was criticized for his machista comments.
Synonyms
- Virility: (Focuses on masculine vigor or potency, but less on the exaggerated or domineering aspect).
- Male chauvinism: (Emphasizes a belief in male superiority, often overlapping with machismo).
Related Phrases
- Culture of machismo: Describes a social environment where machismo attitudes are prevalent.
- He grew up in a culture of machismo where boys were taught not to cry.
Noun
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exaggerated masculinity
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