grandiose
adjective
[ ˈɡrandɪəʊs ]
• impressive and imposing in appearance or style, especially pretentiously so.
• "the court's grandiose facade"
Similar:
magnificent,
impressive,
grand,
imposing,
awe-inspiring,
splendid,
resplendent,
superb,
striking,
monumental,
majestic,
glorious,
elaborate,
palatial,
stately,
large,
luxurious,
lavish,
opulent,
plush,
classy,
swanky,
flashy,
flash,
Origin:
mid 19th century: from French, from Italian grandioso, from grande ‘grand’.
