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aggrandizement

Pronunciation: [əˈɡræn.dɪ.zaɪz.mənt]

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Learn how to use aggrandizement in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “power”

(noun) making something larger or greater, especially in terms of power or importance. It often means someone is trying to make themselves seem more important or powerful.

Example

The manager's constant aggrandizement of his own achievements impressed his coworkers.

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Her focus on humility stands in stark contrast to the aggrandizement of her peers.

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Why is his aggrandizement making the team feel uncomfortable?

Context: “wealth”

(noun) the act of increasing wealth or status, often in a way that shows off or is boastful. This means trying to make oneself richer or more influential.

Example

The politician's speeches were filled with aggrandizement about his accomplishments.

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Her lack of aggrandizement about her success made her very relatable.

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What did you think about the aggrandizement in his presentation?

How to pronounce aggrandizement

Pronunciation: [əˈɡræn.dɪ.zaɪz.mənt]

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