Associations to the word «Jingoism»

Wiktionary

JINGOISM, noun. (uncountable) Excessive patriotism or aggressive nationalism especially with regards to foreign policy.
JINGOISM, noun. (countable) A jingoistic attitude, comment, etc.

Dictionary definition

JINGOISM, noun. An appeal intended to arouse patriotic emotions.
JINGOISM, noun. Fanatical patriotism.

Wise words

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