high-sounding

🇺🇸 /ˈhaɪ saʊndɪŋ/ 🇬🇧 /ˈhaɪ saʊndɪŋ/
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adjective
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Using big words or fancy language to make something seem more important than it is.

The politician made a high-sounding speech about his plans for the country, but it was mostly empty promises.

这位政治家发表了一篇听起来高尚的关于他为国家制定的计划的演讲,但这大多是空洞的承诺。

translation

adj. 华丽