Napoleon
2 synonyms for Napoleon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military leader and emperor.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From French Napoléon, ultimately from Italian Napoleone; often folk-explained as combining "Napoli" (Naples) and "leone" (lion), though the real origin is uncertain.
Full origin of Napoleon →Frequently asked questions
What does “Napoleon” mean?
The word “Napoleon” means napoleon Bonaparte, the French military leader and emperor. In plain terms, most commonly refers to the French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte.
How do you pronounce “Napoleon”?
“Napoleon” is pronounced nuh-POH-lee-uhn (/nəˈpəʊ.li.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Napoleon” in a sentence?
Here is “Napoleon” used in a sentence: “Napoleon crowned himself Emperor of the French in 1804.”
What part of speech is “Napoleon”?
“Napoleon” is a name.
Where does the word “Napoleon” come from?
The word “Napoleon” comes from French. From French Napoléon, ultimately from Italian Napoleone; often folk-explained as combining "Napoli" (Naples) and "leone" (lion), though the real origin is uncertain.
Is “Napoleon” a common word?
“Napoleon” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Who was Napoleon?
Napoleon refers to Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military leader and emperor.
Is Napoleon used to refer to anyone other than Bonaparte?
While Napoleon most commonly refers specifically to Napoleon Bonaparte, the name can also be used more generally as a personal name or in reference to later figures connected to his family or legacy, though its primary and defining sense is the French military leader and emperor.
