
Chauvinist
Context Sensitive
Use 'chauvinist' in situations where someone shows unfair bias towards their group.

During the debate, his chauvinist support for his own country ignored obvious facts.
Offensive Term
'Chauvinist' is a negative word and can offend people if directed at them.

Calling your teacher a chauvinist isn't appropriate if you disagree with them.
Social Implications
Being aware that 'chauvinist' can have sexist implications, especially relating to male attitudes towards women.

The manager's chauvinist joke about secretaries did not amuse his female colleagues.
Compare with
BiasBigotDiscriminatoryMisogynistPatriarchalPrejudiceSexist
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