Definitions:

1. An exaggerated sense of power entitling one to dominate others. NOUN
   • The coach's old-school machismo clashed with the team's inclusive culture.
2. Behaviors or attitudes that assert male superiority over others, especially women. NOUN
   • The film critiques the toxic machismo found in some traditional cultures.
3. Exaggerated masculinity, emphasizing traits like toughness, aggression, or control. NOUN
   • His machismo made it hard for him to show any emotion.
4. In Latin American contexts, it can reflect cultural expectations of male roles. NOUN
   • Machismo in some communities is both a source of pride and a barrier to gender equality.

Synonyms:

• bravado
• hypermasculinity
• male chauvinism
• manliness