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Napoleon complex

Napoleon complex noun: aggressive or domineering behaviour, claimed to be a form of psychological compensation for one's short physical stature.

Noun

Napoleon complex (plural Napoleon complexes)

  1. (derogatory) Aggressive or domineering behaviour, claimed to be a form of psychological compensation for one's short physical stature.

Synonyms of Napoleon complex

Forms of Napoleon complex

pluralNapoleon complexes
alternative formNapoléon complex

Questions about Napoleon complex

What does Napoleon complex mean?
Napoleon complex means aggressive or domineering behaviour, claimed to be a form of psychological compensation for one's short physical stature.
What part of speech is Napoleon complex?
Napoleon complex is a noun.
What is the plural of Napoleon complex?
The plural of Napoleon complex is Napoleon complexes.

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