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Grandiose (Adjective)

Affectedly genteel.

All adjective clusters.

She spoke with grandiose refinement, but her words were laced with condescension.
He adopted a grandiose tone, but it only served to highlight his true lack of sophistication.
The politician's grandiose language belied his humble beginnings, causing many to question his authenticity.
Her overly elaborate fashion sense was just one example of her grandiose affectations.
Despite his grandiose mannerisms, the wealthy socialite was revealed to be surprisingly down-to-earth in private.

Impressive because of unnecessary largeness or grandeur; used to show disapproval.

All adjective clusters.

The politician's grandiose plans for a new stadium were met with skepticism by local residents who knew the town couldn't afford it.
Her grandiose gestures during the speech only served to distract from the substance of her argument.
The billionaire's grandiose mansion was a testament to his excesses, with gold-plated fixtures and marble floors throughout.
The artist's grandiose statement about changing the world with his latest sculpture was seen as arrogant by many critics.
The grandiose promises made by the company's CEO during the annual meeting were quickly forgotten when the financial reports were released.