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What is another word for Megalomaniacal? – 208 Megalomaniacal Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    egotistical narcissistic self-aggrandizing power-hungry domineering authoritarian dictatorial tyrannical despotic imperious overbearing arrogant haughty superior conceited pompous pretentious grandiose inflated self-important vainglorious boastful prideful swaggering lordly masterful commanding dominant controlling manipulative exploitative oppressive ruthless merciless brutal savage ferocious frenzied manic fanatical obsessive compulsive monomaniacal paranoid delusional megalomaniac egomaniacal self-centered solipsistic autocratic totalitarian fascist authoritarian bureaucratic hierarchical dogmatic doctrinaire rigid inflexible unyielding uncompromising intransigent obdurate recalcitrant refractory unmanageable ungovernable

    Meaning of Megalomaniacal

    The primary meaning of the word "Megalomaniacal" refers to an exaggerated or obsessive desire for power, control, or prestige.

    Definitions

    • Characterized by or relating to an exaggerated or obsessive desire for power, control, or prestige
    • Having or showing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or superiority
    • Relating to or characterized by a desire to dominate or control others

    Etymology of Megalomaniacal

    The word "Megalomaniacal" originates from the Greek words "megas" meaning large or great, and "mania" meaning madness or frenzy
    The term was first used in the late 19th century to describe a psychological disorder characterized by an exaggerated or obsessive desire for power, control, or prestige
    Over time, the word has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including a personality trait or behavior pattern marked by an inflated sense of self-importance or a desire for dominance

    Example Uses

    • The megalomaniacal leader's desire for power and control led to a brutal suppression of opposition
    • The billionaire's megalomaniacal vision for a futuristic city was met with skepticism by many experts
    • The artist's megalomaniacal personality made it difficult for her to collaborate with others

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    humility modesty humility unpretentiousness simplicity unassumingness diffidence timidity bashfulness self-effacement self-deprecation cooperativeness collaborativeness flexibility adaptability openness receptivity willingness compliance acquiescence obedience submissiveness tractability manageability governability amenability

    Related Nouns

    megalomania ego narcissism authoritarianism despotism tyranny dictatorship oppression domination control power prestige superiority grandiosity inflation arrogance haughtiness conceit pretentiousness pomposity vainglory pride swagger lordliness mastery command dominance manipulation exploitation ruthlessness brutality savagery ferocity frenzy mania fanaticism obsession compulsion monomania paranoia delusion

    Related Verbs

    dominate control manipulate exploit oppress tyrannize dictate command master swagger lord boast brag pride inflate exaggerate magnify amplify intensify escalate worsen aggravate provoke incite foment instigate inflame enrage infuriate outrage scandalize shock appall horrify

    Related Adjectives

    authoritarian dictatorial tyrannical despotic imperious overbearing arrogant haughty superior conceited pompous pretentious grandiose inflated self-important vainglorious boastful prideful swaggering lordly masterful commanding dominant controlling manipulative exploitative oppressive ruthless merciless brutal savage ferocious frenzied manic fanatical obsessive compulsive monomaniacal paranoid delusional