Jingo — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

interjection noun /ˈjiŋ-(ˌ)gō/ jin·go

Meaning & Definition of Jingo

Jingo (interjection)

  1. —used as a mild oath usually in the phrase by jingo

Jingo (noun)

  1. one characterized by jingoism

Jingo (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. one who shows excessive favoritism towards his or her country

    "a jingo who thought other countries should automatically follow his country's policies"

    similar: chauvinist, flag-waver, nationalist, superpatriot
    related: loyalist, patriot, hawk, warmonger, nativist
    near: internationalist, neutralist

  2. one who urges or attempts to cause a war

    "the often bitter rhetoric between the jingoes and the committed pacifists"

    similar: hawk, jingoist, militarist, war hawk, warmonger
    related: agitator, firebrand, fomenter, instigator, rabble-rouser, belligerent, combatant, militant, chauvinist
    opposite: dove, pacifist, peacenik
    near: peacemaker, peacekeeper

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Jingo

The most common words with a similar meaning to Jingo:

chauvinist, flag-waver, nationalist, superpatriot, hawk, jingoist, militarist, war hawk, warmonger

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Jingo

Words with the opposite meaning of Jingo:

dove, pacifist, peacenik

Related Words for Jingo

loyalist, patriot, nativist, agitator, firebrand, fomenter, instigator, rabble-rouser, belligerent, combatant, militant

Near Antonyms of Jingo

internationalist, neutralist, peacemaker, peacekeeper

Word Forms of Jingo

Inflections: jingoes

Derived words: jingoish (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Jingo

probably euphemism for Jesus

First known use: 1694

Frequently Asked Questions about Jingo

What does "Jingo" mean?

"Jingo" means —used as a mild oath usually in the phrase by jingo. As an an interjection and a noun, it is defined as: —used as a mild oath usually in the phrase by jingo. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Jingo"?

Other words for "Jingo" include chauvinist, flag-waver, nationalist, superpatriot, hawk, jingoist, militarist and war hawk. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Jingo" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Jingo"?

There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Jingo". Common alternatives include chauvinist, flag-waver, nationalist, superpatriot, hawk, jingoist, militarist, war hawk and warmonger.

What is the opposite of "Jingo"?

Antonyms of "Jingo" include dove, pacifist and peacenik. Near antonyms include internationalist, neutralist, peacemaker and peacekeeper.

How do you use "Jingo" in a sentence?

Examples of "Jingo" in a sentence: "a jingo who thought other countries should automatically follow his country's policies"; "the often bitter rhetoric between the jingoes and the committed pacifists".

Is "Jingo" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Jingo" can be used as an interjection and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Jingo"?

"Jingo" is pronounced /ˈjiŋ-(ˌ)gō/ and divided into syllables as jin·go.

What is the origin of the word "Jingo"?

"Jingo" comes from probably euphemism for Jesus. First known use: 1694.