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Definition of machismo

machismo

/mɑːˈtʃiːz.moʊ/
ma · chis · mo
Adjective:macho
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• noun

1

A strong or exaggerated sense of masculine pride; an attitude that values assertiveness, dominance, and traditional male toughness.

Example

"The film critiques the culture of machismo that discourages men from expressing vulnerability."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In English usage, "machismo" almost always carries a critical or pejorative connotation of exaggerated, domineering, or toxic masculinity, whereas in traditional Spanish contexts it could also refer more neutrally to manly pride and family responsibility.

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• Nearby Words

machinery
machining
machinist
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macintosh

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-20th century from Mexican Spanish machismo, derived from macho ('male'), which comes from Latin masculus ('male, masculine').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Machismo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/machismo
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