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noun
Aggressive or domineering behaviour, claimed to be a form of psychological compensation for one's short physical stature.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: derogatory
Topics: human-sciences, psychology, sciences
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Synonyms: Napoleon syndrome, short man syndrome
Antonyms: none provided
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