Aggrandizer

/əˈɡrændaɪzər/ noun

Definition

A person who makes things seem greater or more important than they are, or who increases their own power or importance.

Etymology

American spelling, from 'aggrandize' plus agent noun suffix '-er' (one who does the action).

Kelly Says

Every era has its 'aggrandizers'—from medieval kings claiming divine right to modern billionaires naming buildings after themselves.

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