Dumbledore complex

A form of psychological compensation wherein an individual attempts to suppress his or her homosexual desires by means of diverting libidinal and seemingly unacceptable energies into intellectual endeavors. Named for Professor Albus Dumbledore of the Harry Potter book series.

Kelly: "Gawd, that guy is so friggin' smart!"

Cody: "Yeah, he's gotta Dumbledore complex. You know how conservative this area is."

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