aggrandizer
|a-gran-diz-er|
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/əˈɡrænˌdaɪzər/
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/əˈɡrænˌdaɪzə/
(aggrandize)
increase in power or status
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aggrandizer' originates from the French word 'agrandir,' which means 'to make larger.'
Historical Evolution
'agrandir' transformed into the English word 'aggrandize,' and eventually became 'aggrandizer' to denote a person who aggrandizes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make larger or greater,' but over time it evolved to describe a person who seeks to increase their own power or status.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who seeks to increase their own power, wealth, or status, often at the expense of others.
The aggrandizer manipulated the situation to gain more influence.
Synonyms
self-promoterpower-seeker
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/30 16:21