grandiosity

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Noun grandiosity has 1 sense

grandiosity, magniloquence, grandiloquence, rhetoric - high flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation
--₁ is a kind of expressive style, style
--₁ has particulars:
flourish; bombast, fustian, rant, claptrap, blah

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Grandiosity

Definition:

Grandiosity refers to an exaggerated belief in one's own importance, power, or talents. It is characterized by a grandiose or overblown sense of self-importance.

Examples:

Part of Speech: Noun

1. His constant need for attention and validation is a clear display of grandiosity.

2. The grandiosity of the speech left the audience in awe.

Part of Speech: Adjective

1. Her grandiose claims about her abilities made everyone doubt her credibility.

2. The extravagant decorations in the ballroom added to the grandiosity of the event.

Part of Speech: Adverb

1. He spoke grandiosely about his accomplishments, trying to impress the group.

2. The singer performed grandiosely, captivating the entire audience.

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