grandiosity
/,grændi'ɔsiti/
Definition
Noun: 1. The quality of being grand or magnificent in an impressive, often imposing way: This refers to a style, appearance, or manner that is intended to seem very important, impressive, or splendid, but which may be perceived as excessive or overblown. 2. Pompous or extravagant style, especially in language: This sense specifically describes the use of overly elaborate, ornate, or high-flown language in an attempt to sound impressive.
Usage
- Grandiosity is an uncountable noun.
- It is often used to describe artistic works, architecture, writing, speech, or behavior that is characterized by an impressive scale or elaborate style, but which may be criticized for being excessive or lacking in substance.
- It can have a neutral or slightly negative connotation, implying a lack of restraint or sincerity.
Examples
- The grandiosity of the palace's design left the tourists in awe.
- Critics praised the film's ambition but were put off by the grandiosity of its final act.
- His speech was criticized for its grandiosity and lack of concrete proposals.
- The grandiosity of the plan made it seem unrealistic.
Advanced Usage
- Psychological/Clinical Context: In psychology, "grandiosity" can refer to an inflated sense of self-importance, a symptom seen in certain personality disorders or manic episodes.
- Example: The patient's grandiosity was evident in his belief that he alone could solve the nation's economic crisis.
Variants and Related Words
- Grandiose (adjective): Characterized by grandiosity; impressive but often excessively ambitious or pretentious.
- Example: He had grandiose plans for transforming the company.
- Grandiosely (adverb): In a grandiose manner.
Synonyms
- Pomposity
- Magnificence (can be more neutral)
- Ostentation
- Pretentiousness
- Bombast (specifically for language)
- Ornateness
Antonyms
- Simplicity
- Modesty
- Restraint
- Plainness
- Understatement
Noun
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high-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation
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the grandiosity of his prose
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an excessive ornateness of language
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