Definition

The quality of being impressive or extravagant in appearance or style, often to an exaggerated degree.

Example

The grandioseness of the palace left the visitors in awe.

Conversation

Have you seen that new building downtown?

Yes, it's amazing! The grandioseness of its design is stunning.

I know, right? It really stands out among the other buildings.

Totally! It feels like they really wanted to impress everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Grandioseness → It is formed from "grand" (from Old French *grand*, meaning large or great) and "-iosity" (from Latin *-ositas*, meaning the quality of being). The word "grandioseness" refers to the quality of being grand or impressive in appearance or style.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'large' or 'great' ('grand') and remember that 'grandioseness' means the quality of being grand.

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