Napoleon

/nəˈpoʊliən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A title of French nobility historically used by Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military leader and emperor.

Napoleon is often credited with the spread of revolutionary ideals across Europe.

A pastry consisting of layers of puff pastry filled with cream or custard.

I ordered a delicious napoleon for dessert at the café.

A term sometimes used to refer to a person who exhibits ambitions for power and control, akin to Napoleon Bonaparte.

His aggressive management style made him a modern-day napoleon in the corporate world.

Named after Napoleon Bonaparte, from Italian 'Napoleone'.

Napoleon complex

A condition in which a person compensates for their perceived shortcomings in stature through domineering behavior.

Napoleon's march

A reference to Napoleon's military campaigns and strategies.

Bonapartist

A follower or supporter of the policies and ideologies of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Imperial

Relating to an empire or emperor.

A person who is seen as a self-important or overbearing leader.

Ever since he got the promotion, he's been acting like a total Napoleon.

Referring humorously to someone short who is overly aggressive.

He's got a real Napoleon syndrome when he tries to control the group.