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Napoleonic

Verb / nʌˌpəʊli:ˈɑ:nɪk / Another word for napoleonic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or characteristic of Napoleon Bonaparte or his time

Synonyms & similar words

napoleonic imperial tyrannical authoritarian despotic autocratic dictatorial domineering oppressive overbearing absolute arbitrary peremptory dogmatic inflexible compulsive obsessive fanatical zealous fanatic militaristic

Example sentences

  1. Napoleonic soldiers wore distinctive bicorne hats.
  2. The Napoleonic Code was a legal system introduced by Napoleon.
  3. Napoleonic tactics were revolutionary for their time.
  4. The Napoleonic Wars had far-reaching consequences for Europe.
  5. Napoleonic art and architecture were characterized by grandeur and opulence.

Quotes

  • {'quote': "The Napoleonic Wars have been called a nineteenth-century Hundred Years' War.", 'author': 'Andrew Roberts'}
  • {'quote': 'The Napoleonic Wars were a product of the French Revolution.', 'author': 'David Gates'}
  • {'quote': 'The Napoleonic era represents the summit of the modern European military civilization.', 'author': 'J. Christopher Herold'}

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