English Explanatory Dictionary

Atlas complex

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The belief that one needs to single-handedly take responsibility for problems beyond of one's ability to solve.

Word forms

Atlas complex Atlas complexes

Etymology

Named after Atlas, the Titan in Greek mythology who holds up the heavens.

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