aggrandizing
|a-gran-diz-ing|
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/əˈɡrænˌdaɪzɪŋ/
(aggrandize)
increase in power or status
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aggrandize' originates from French, specifically the word 'agrandir,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'grandir' meant 'to make larger.'
Historical Evolution
'agrandir' transformed into the English word 'aggrandize' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make larger or greater,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to increase the power, status, or wealth of someone or something.
The politician was accused of aggrandizing his own position.
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Verb 2
to make something appear greater than it is.
The company was aggrandizing its achievements to attract investors.
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Last updated: 2025/05/30 17:06