jingoism
UK: ˈdʒɪŋɡəʊɪzəm | US: ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊɪzəm
n. Extreme patriotism, especially in the form of aggressive or warlike foreign policy.
n. Chauvinistic advocacy of one's national interests, often with a belligerent tone.
jingoism = jingo<patriotic slogan> + ism<doctrine>
- jingo: Derived from the phrase "by Jingo!" in a 19th-century British music-hall song, which expressed aggressive nationalistic sentiment. The term "Jingo" itself may trace back to a euphemism for "Jesus" in oaths.
- ism: A suffix denoting a distinctive practice, system, or philosophy (e.g., nationalism, capitalism).
Etymology Origin:
The word emerged in 1878 during the Russo-Turkish War, when British hawks used the slogan "We don't want to fight, but by Jingo, if we do..." to advocate military intervention. "Jingoism" later crystallized to describe bellicose patriotism, blending the fervor of the slogan with the doctrinal suffix -ism. The term retains its political edge, often critiquing blind nationalism.
The politician's jingoism alienated allies who favored diplomacy.
Critics accused the media of stoking jingoism during the crisis.
Jingoism often oversimplifies complex international issues.
The speech was criticized for its jingoistic rhetoric.
Historical jingoism has led to unnecessary conflicts.