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megalomaniac Antonyms

Opposite of megalomaniac

Pinning down the opposite of megalomaniac requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Characterized by an obsessive desire for power, wealth, or grandiose self-importance; exhibiting delusions of grandeur.

Usage Example

"The film's villain is driven by a humble scheme to control the world's water supply."

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humble
modest
unassuming
self-effacing

Similar words to megalomaniac

Words similar to megalomaniac shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

megalomaniacal
egomaniacal
egomaniac
power-mad
power-hungry
narcissist
narcissistic
egotist
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