(ag-gran-dize) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to make something appear greater or more important.

Example Sentence

The king wanted to aggrandize his kingdom by taking over more land.

More Example Sentences

He tried to aggrandize his role in the project.

Synonyms

boost; enhance; enlarge

Antonyms

diminish; reduce; lessen

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Rhymes

  • aggrandize

  • propagandize