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aggrandize

The correct spelling is aggrandize.

How to pronounce aggrandize

verb

IPA: /əˈɡɹændaɪ̯z/

Say it like: Agg-ran-diz-e

The correct spelling is aggrandize. To make great; to enlarge; to increase. For example: "to aggrandize one's authority, distress"

Usage Examples

to aggrandize one's authority, distress

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make great; to enlarge; to increase.
  2. 2.To make great or greater in power, rank, honor, or wealth (applied to persons, countries, etc.).
  3. 3.To make appear great or greater; to exalt.
  4. 4.To increase or become great.

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