overly assertive or exaggerated masculinity, esp. as characterized by a show of virility, domination of women, etc.
Origin:
Sp < macho (see macho) + -ismo, -ism
See machismo in American Heritage Dictionary 4
noun
A strong or exaggerated sense of masculinity stressing attributes such as physical courage, virility, domination of women, and aggressiveness.
An exaggerated sense of strength or toughness: “People prefer raw-milk cheese for its subtlety and depth of flavor, not out of some kind of foodie machismo”(Corby Kummer).