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jingoistic

/ˌdʒɪŋɡoʊˈɪstɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does jingoistic mean?

adjective

Excessively patriotic, especially in a way that is considered to be aggressive or unreasonable. Characterized by a strong and often aggressive enthusiasm for one's country.

Example

"The politician's jingoistic rhetoric was criticized for being divisive and inflammatory."

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