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Megalomaniac

usgb/ˌmeɡələˈmeɪniæk/Volume
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Negative Connotation

Megalomaniac has a negative tone and suggests harmful levels of ambition or control.

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The CEO's megalomaniac plans worried the board.
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Not Clinical

Though it sounds clinical, it's typically used in informal contexts to criticize someone's behavior.

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Stop being a megalomaniac and listen to our team's ideas.
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Power Abuse

Megalomaniac is often used when someone abuses their power, not just desires it.

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The manager's megalomaniac actions led to a staff revolt.
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ArrogantConceitEgomaniacEgotisticallyHaughtyNarcissistPompousSelf-important
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