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grandiloquent

adjective

/ɡrænˈdɪləkwənt/

Meaning

Using lofty, pompous, or extravagant language to impress others.

The politician’s grandiloquent speech failed to connect with ordinary people.

pompous, pretentious, bombastic, inflated, rhetorical

simple, plain, modest

grandiloquent speech, grandiloquent style, grandiloquent manner

Showing great skill and flair; perfect or complete.

Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.

having a harsh, rough, or grating sound

Showing good manners and respect towards others.

Lacking the necessary ability or skills to do something successfully.

happening repeatedly; occurring again and again; periodic;