The act of dealing with an altercation in a clever and resourceful manner, especially when in a disadvantageous situation.
"How am I supposed to take down a man significantly stronger than me with nail clippings and a dubious looking document detailing the proceedings of an occult seance?"
"Gee I dunno Sharon, just david that goliath!"
"Gee I dunno Sharon, just david that goliath!"
by upsidedownrabbit May 21, 2017

by Recome June 7, 2021

When someone with size, power, or privilege acts arrogant, entitled, or dismissive toward people they see as “smaller” or “weaker.” Often used for those who ignore their own habit of bullying, belittling, or overestimating themselves just because of their height or status.
Tall dude: “Haha, you’ve got a Napoleon Complex.”
Short dude: “Nah, sounds like you’ve got a Goliath Complex.”
Short dude: “Nah, sounds like you’ve got a Goliath Complex.”
by ManillaMatic September 27, 2025
