der Machtmensch
Translation
power-hungry person, person driven by power, strongman
Examples
Er ist als rücksichtsloser Machtmensch bekannt.
He is known as a ruthless power-hungry person.
Machtmenschen streben immer nach mehr Einfluss.
People driven by power always strive for more influence.
Grammar Patterns
to be a power-hungry person ein Machtmensch sein He is considered a real power-hungry person.
Similar Words
Synonyms: authority figure, ruler; Antonyms: team player, servant
Etymology
A compound of 'Macht' (power) and 'Mensch' (person, human being).
Memory Tips
Literally a 'power person'. Imagine someone whose entire identity is built around having and wielding power.