altilocuo

Adjective C2 #8273 most common

Translations

  1. high-sounding
  2. lofty

Describes language or expressions that are grandiose or pretentious.

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Example Sentences

Las declaraciones altilocuas del político no convencieron a la gente.

The lofty statements of the politician did not convince the people.

El discurso altilocuo del político no convenció a la audiencia, que esperaba más sustancia.

The lofty speech of the politician did not convince the audience, who expected more substance.

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