Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grandiose-statement
noun
/ˌɡræn.di.oʊs ˈsteɪt.mənt/
Definition
A statement that is impressive or intended to impress, often with an exaggerated sense of importance or grandeur.
Examples
- The CEO’s grandiose statement about the company’s future was met with skepticism by the employees.
- She made a grandiose statement regarding her achievements, which raised eyebrows among her peers.
Meaning
Grandiose statements are typically characterized by overblown language and a desire to showcase something as more significant than it may truly be.
Synonyms
- Exaggerated claim
- Inflated assertion
- Magniloquent remark
