MACHISMO Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

machismo

noun

mä-ˈchēz-(ˌ)mō

Definition of machismo

as in masculinity

the set of qualities considered appropriate for or characteristic of men a culture that prizes machismo and has rigid gender roles

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Recent Examples of machismo Perhaps in another lifetime, or another novel, Ned would find a way to nourish these intimations of benevolence or even love, refusing to let them be spoiled by his own aspirational machismo. — Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026 At the center of it all is an electrifying performance by Robert Pattinson as Hansen, a man who aspires to powerful anchor machismo but is slowly falling apart. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 14 Sep. 2026 His rage stands as a measure of machismo, as if civility is for wimps. — Robin Givhan, Vanity Fair, 19 Aug. 2026 Not That Kind of Man Both parties are focused on machismo at the moment. — David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for machismo

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Noun

Aside from his work on screen, the Londoner is an accomplished poet whose work explores themes of masculinity, love, grief and connection.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 23 Oct. 2026
The coming-of-age story is set in the 1990s and explores themes of masculinity and homophobia.

— Tara Lynch, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

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