high-sounding
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/ˈhaɪ saʊndɪŋ/
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/ˈhaɪ saʊndɪŋ/
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.
這位政治家發表了一篇聽起來高尚的關於他為國家制定的計畫的演講,但這大多是空洞的承諾。