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Chauvinism (Noun)

Activity indicative of belief in the superiority of men over women.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The politician's comments about women's roles in the workplace were widely criticized as an example of blatant chauvinism.
Her father's old-fashioned chauvinism made it difficult for her to pursue a career in a male-dominated field.
The company's hiring practices were called into question when it was discovered that they had a history of chauvinism, favoring male candidates over female ones.
The comedian's jokes about women were accused of perpetuating chauvinism and reinforcing negative stereotypes.
The feminist activist argued that the media's portrayal of women was a reflection of the deep-seated chauvinism that still existed in society.