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I am looking to replace the [] in the sentence:

The regime is showing signs of [power going to their heads].

Namely, I would like to use a single word, or two at most. A scientific-sounding noun would be great. Or if there is no such noun, I would still like to see what is the closest we can get.

I originally considered "autocracy," but it has only a loose connection with power going to heads.

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The regime is showing signs of megalomania

NOUN obsession with the exercise of power.

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  • Oh, that's actually a word. I thought it was just an incubus song! Good one. Commented Apr 24, 2018 at 14:00
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Complacency: (disapproving) a feeling of calm satisfaction with your own abilities or situation that prevents you from trying harder.
Cambridge English Dictionary

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Arrogance (noun)
Arrogant (adjective): unpleasantly proud and behaving as if you are more important than, or know more than, other people
Cambridge English Dictionary

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