noun
- the quality of being impressive or magnificent in appearance, style, or general effect
- the quality of having an unrealistic sense of superiority or self-importance
Usage: often negative
Examples
- The grandiosity of the palace left visitors speechless.
- The cathedral’s grandiosity reflected the wealth of the medieval church.
- His grandiosity made him believe he deserved special treatment.
- The CEO’s grandiosity alienated many employees.
- She was put off by the grandiosity of his claims about his achievements.
- The architect’s design captured both elegance and grandiosity.
- His grandiosity prevented him from accepting constructive criticism.