
Megalomaniac
Negative Connotation
Megalomaniac has a negative tone and suggests harmful levels of ambition or control.
The CEO's megalomaniac plans worried the board.
Not Clinical
Though it sounds clinical, it's typically used in informal contexts to criticize someone's behavior.
Stop being a megalomaniac and listen to our team's ideas.
Power Abuse
Megalomaniac is often used when someone abuses their power, not just desires it.
The manager's megalomaniac actions led to a staff revolt.
Compare with
ArrogantConceitEgomaniacEgotisticallyHaughtyNarcissistPompousSelf-important
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