{"word":"aggrandize","date":"2026-09-19","partOfSpeech":"verb","pronunciation":"uh-GRAN-dyze","definition":"to enhance the power, wealth, position, or reputation of","example":"Critics of the book argue that the author aggrandizes corrupt politicians.","etymology":"The word aggrandize comes from French aggrandir, which is derived from Latin grandis, meaning large or great, and the prefix ad-, meaning to or towards. It entered the English language in the 15th century.","source":"merriam-webster","sourceUrl":"https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day/aggrandize-2026-09-19","fetchedAt":"2026-09-19T21:49:02.423Z","cached":false}