jingoistic

as in nationalistic
having or showing excessive favoritism towards one's own country dismissed the political action committee as a bunch of jingoistic extremists who never met a war they wouldn't support

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Recent Examples of jingoistic It’s seen as overly jingoistic, pro-military, pro-Israel even given the inclusion of sympathetic (and attractive) Mossad agents. Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025 With a clear differentiation between the two flavors of jingoistic multiplayer shooter, players can revel in the franchise rivalry that was previously most heated back in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jingoistic
Adjective
  • Though many party members welcome Takaichi’s ascendance as a potential return to the days of Abe, there are concerns that her nationalistic historical views could cause friction with East Asian neighbors China and South Korea.
    Arata Yamamoto, NBC news, 4 Oct. 2025
  • The first choice was a right-wing painter, whose xenophobic and nationalistic work, full of toxic masculinity, appealed to the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party.
    Joanna Warsza, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Aspirations of ‘Japan’s Thatcher’ Takaichi has long championed conservative policies, rooted in nationalist and traditionalist ideals.
    Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
  • Jamal Nazzal, a spokesperson for the Palestinian political and nationalist movement Fatah, slammed Marzouk’s remarks.
    Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The event features distinguished guests, ceremonial presentations, patriotic music, and community fellowship.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025
  • The move puts Steak 'n Shake in the company of other businesses that have been embracing patriotic displays.
    Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025

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“Jingoistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jingoistic. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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