Synonyms for

Napoleon

Verb / nʌˈpəʊli:ʌn / / nʌˈpəʊljʌn / Another word for napoleon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Napoleon was a French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and led several successful campaigns during the Revolutionary Wars.

Synonyms & similar words

littlecorporal napoleonbonaparte napoleon bonaparte nap napoleoni Emperor Conqueror General Ruler Commander Leader Dictator Despot Authoritarian Monarch Tsar Sovereign Potentate Autocrat Tyrant Chief Chieftain Warlord Overlord

Synonyms by register

Formal

leader ruler sovereign monarch

Informal

boss big shot top dog kingpin

Literary

emperor potentate magnate

Antonyms

commoner peasant subject underling subordinate nobody

Common collocations

  • napoleon complex
  • napoleon dynamite
  • napoleon's downfall
  • napoleon's army
  • napoleon's retreat
  • napoleon's defeat
  • short napoleon

Word family

noun Napoleon
adjective Napoleonic

Usage note

Refers to Napoleon Bonaparte, a French military and political leader. The term 'Napoleon complex' describes a supposed inferiority complex in short people.

Example sentences

  1. Napoleon was born in Corsica in 1769.
  2. Napoleon was known for his military conquests and reforms.
  3. Napoleon was exiled to the island of Saint Helena.
  4. Napoleon is considered one of the greatest military commanders in history.
  5. Napoleon's empire expanded across much of Europe.

Quotes

  • In war, the moral is to the physical as three to one. - Napoleon Bonaparte
  • A leader is a dealer in hope. - Napoleon Bonaparte
  • Impossible is a word to be found only in the dictionary of fools. - Napoleon Bonaparte

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