{"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 the French verb aggrandir, which is derived from the Latin words ad meaning \"to\" and grandis meaning \"great\". 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":"2026-09-19T07:33:11.674Z","cached":false}