Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jingo
noun
/ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊ/
Definition
A person who demonstrates extreme patriotism, often in a belligerent or aggressive manner.
Examples
- The jingo in the crowd urged for a military response to the foreign threat.
- She dismissed his jingoistic remarks as overly aggressive and uncalled for.
Meaning
Jingo typically refers to someone who strongly supports their country’s interests and may advocate for military action to defend or promote those interests.
Synonyms
- Patriot
- Nationalist
- Warrior
- Chauvinist
