Napoleon
/nəˈpoʊliən/
NOUN
1. A powerful or influential person who dominates a particular field
A person who resembles Napoleon Bonaparte by dominating an area or sphere of activity through exceptional ability, ruthlessness, or unlawful conduct.
1.1. An influential or powerful person
Someone who holds considerable power, influence, authority, or prominence in a particular industry, organization, or sphere of activity.
Synonyms
- VIP
- big shot
- bigwig
- big cheese
- big gun
- big wheel
- heavyweight
- magnate
- mogul
- tycoon
- baron
- nabob
- nawab
- potentate
- notable
- personage
- honcho
- mover and shaker
- fat cat
- kingpin
- captain
- monarch
- supremo
Antonyms
- nobody
- inferior
- lightweight
- small-timer
- subordinate
- underling
- half-pint
- zero
Examples
- The technology industry has produced several Napoleons who dominate their respective markets.
- He became a Napoleon in the business world through ambition and ruthless competition.
- The organization was controlled by a Napoleon who demanded absolute authority.
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NOUN
2. A multi-layered pastry filled with cream
A rich pastry made with multiple thin, flaky layers, typically filled with custard or cream and sometimes covered with icing or powdered sugar.
2.1. Napoleon cake or millefeuille
A layered dessert made from thin sheets of puff pastry alternating with layers of pastry cream or custard.
Synonyms
- millefeuille
- Napoleon cake
Examples
- The bakery prepared fresh Napoleons with layers of flaky pastry and custard cream.
- She ordered a Napoleon for dessert after dinner.
- The chef decorated the Napoleons with powdered sugar before serving them.
Related Words
- puff pastry
- custard
- pastry cream
- cream slice
- layered pastry
- dessert