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Noun caligula has 1 sense
  1. Caligula, Gaius, Gaius Caesar - Roman Emperor who succeeded Tiberius and whose uncontrolled passions resulted in manifest insanity; noted for his cruelty and tyranny; was assassinated (12-41)
    --1 is a kind of Roman Emperor, Emperor of Rome

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Caligula

Definitions:

  1. noun: The third Roman emperor, ruling from A.D. 37 to 41, infamous for his tyrannical and extravagant reign.
  2. noun: A person, particularly a ruler, who acts in a cruel, erratic, or despotic manner.
  3. adjective: Characterized by tyrannical or unpredictable behavior.

Sample Sentences:

  1. Caligula was known for his oppressive rule and indulgence in debauchery.
  2. The new boss turned out to be a caligula, causing anxiety and fear among the staff.
  3. Stay away from those caligula-like individuals who thrive on chaos and power trips.

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