grandiose

/ɡɹˈændɪˌə‍ʊz/

/ˈɡɹændiˌoʊs/, /ˌɡɹændiˈoʊs/

grandiose

describing something that is overly impressive in size or appearance, often to the point of being excessive or showy in a negative way

affectedly genteel

synonyms : hifalutin

Examples

1. In business, it's important to be wary of people who make grandiose claims without backing them up.

2. So, the first type of narcissism is grandiose.

3. Grandiose narcissists pursue attention and power, sometimes as politicians, celebrities, or cultural leaders.

4. Dexamethasone, rare side effect of the drug includes grandiose delusions.