Aggrandizing

/əˈɡrændaɪzɪŋ/ adjective

Definition

Tending to make something seem greater or more important than it really is; self-promoting or exaggerating.

Etymology

Present participle of 'aggrandize' using '-ing' suffix; can function as adjective or gerund.

Kelly Says

Corporate mission statements are often called 'aggrandizing'—companies describe themselves in language that makes dish soap sound like it will save civilization.

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