Robert Clive ro·bertc·live uncommon noun 1. British general and statesman whose victory at Plassey in 1757 strengthened British control of India (1725-1774) SynonymsCliveRobert CliveBaron CliveBaron Clive of Plassey Related words Broader terms generalstatesman WordNet 2.1 (Princeton University). WordNet 2.1 Copyright Princeton University. All rights reserved.