Delusions Of Grandeur (Noun)
Meaning
A delusion (common in paranoia) that you are much greater and more powerful and influential than you really are.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The cult leader's delusions of grandeur convinced him that he was destined to rule over a large portion of the world.
- After reading too many self-help books, she suffered delusions of grandeur and believed she could become the CEO of a large corporation instantly.
- Throughout his presidency, he was accused of having delusions of grandeur as evidenced by his erratic decisions and seemingly irrational actions.
- It's easy for social media influencers to develop delusions of grandeur with millions of followers hanging on to their every word.
- His claim of being a descendent of royalty was a clear sign of delusions of grandeur fueled by his inflated sense of self-importance.