Meaning & Definition of word "Grandiose"
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Grandiose
/ˈɡran.dɪ.oʊs/
adjective:
- 1. Impressive or magnificent in appearance or style, often excessively so.
- Example: The grandiose architecture of the palace left visitors in awe.
- 2. Characterized by absurdly exaggerated claims or ideals.
- Example: His grandiose plans for the project were deemed unrealistic by his colleagues.
- 3. Having a high opinion of one’s self-importance.
- Example: She spoke in a grandiose manner, as if every word she uttered was profoundly significant.
Etymology
Latin 'grandiosus', from 'grandis' meaning 'large, great'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
grandiose designs:
designs that are elaborate or ambitious in scale.
grandiose visions:
ideas or plans that are impressive but often unrealistic.
grandiose statements:
claims or assertions that are exaggerated and intended to impress.
Related Words
grandeur:
the quality of being grand or magnificent.
magnificence:
the quality of being magnificent or splendid.
ostentation:
the pretentious or vulgar display of wealth and luxury.
Slang Meanings of grandiose
Meaning: Showy or over-the-top.
Example Sentence: That party was so grandiose, with all the fancy lights and decorations!
Meaning: Unrealistically ambitious.
Example Sentence: His grandiose ideas for the app seemed like a total pipe dream.