Magniloquence (n)
mag-nil-uh-kwens
Use of high-flown language.
Speaking or expressed in a lofty or grandiose style; pompous; bombastic; boastful.
Example sentences
“He speaks with such magniloquence I’ve no idea what he means.”
“I miss the magniloquence of early era television presenters.”

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