megalomaniac
Megalomaniac (noun) means a person with an obsessive desire for power, control, or grandeur. Example: “The tyrant was a megalomaniac who believed he could never be wrong.”
How to use megalomaniac
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone obsessed with their own power and greatness, or behavior that reflects that obsession.
Word forms
more megalomaniac comparative, megalomaniacs plural, most megalomaniac superlative
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Etymology
Built from "megalomania" (from Greek megalo-, "great," plus mania, "madness") plus the suffix "-ac."
Rhymes for megalomaniac
Frequently asked questions
What does “megalomaniac” mean?
The word “megalomaniac” means a person with an obsessive desire for power, control, or grandeur. In plain terms, someone obsessed with their own power and greatness, or behavior that reflects that obsession.
How do you pronounce “megalomaniac”?
“Megalomaniac” is pronounced meh-guh-loh-MAY-nee-ak (/ˌmɛɡəloʊˈmeɪniæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “megalomaniac” in a sentence?
Here is “megalomaniac” used in a sentence: “The tyrant was a megalomaniac who believed he could never be wrong.”
What part of speech is “megalomaniac”?
Depending on how it is used, “megalomaniac” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “megalomaniac” come from?
The word “megalomaniac” comes from Greek. Built from "megalomania" (from Greek megalo-, "great," plus mania, "madness") plus the suffix "-ac.".
How many meanings does “megalomaniac” have?
“Megalomaniac” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person with an obsessive desire for power, control, or grandeur.