machismo
nounA strong or exaggerated sense of traditional masculinity placing great value on physical courage, virility, domination of women, and aggressiveness.
nounAn exaggerated interest or devotion to something, often accompanied by a sense of superiority.
nounA strong, and by some considered exaggerated, sense of manly pride, associated with an attitude that the proper expression of masculinity includes virility, courage, and an entitlement to dominate, especially over women.
nounAn exaggerated sense of power entitling one to dominate others.
nounexaggerated masculinity
