What is another word for masculine tyranny?
Pronunciation: [mˈaskjʊlˌɪn tˈɪɹənˌi] (IPA) 
Masculine tyranny, the idea that male domination and aggression is a societal norm, can be described by a variety of synonyms, each with their own nuances. Some possible alternatives include patriarchy, male chauvinism, toxic masculinity, hegemonic masculinity, and machismo. Patriarchy refers to a social system in which men hold primary power and dominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, and social privilege. Male chauvinism is a belief that men are superior to women and therefore entitled to certain privileges. Toxic masculinity and hegemonic masculinity describe dominant cultural expectations of men to be aggressive, competitive, and emotionally detached. Machismo is a Latin American term referring to a cultural code of masculinity that values hyper-masculine traits such as physical strength, virility, and sexual conquest.
