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[()·だい()·もう()·そう()]
kodaimousou
noun, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 誇大妄想

noun, no adjective
  1. megalomania; delusions of grandeur

Definition and Synonyms for 誇大妄想

Delusions Of Grandeur a delusion (common in paranoia) that you are much greater and more powerful and influential than you really are
Synonyms: 誇大妄想
Megalomania a psychological state characterized by delusions of grandeur
Synonyms: 誇大妄想, 誇大妄想狂

Meanings for each kanji in 誇大妄想

» boast; be proud; pride; triumphantly
» large; big
» delusion; unnecessarily; without authority; reckless
» concept; think; idea; thought

Categories 誇大妄想 is a member of

Psychotic Belief an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary
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Mental Disease any disease of the mind
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Sample Sentences for 誇大妄想

The megalomaniac differs from the narcissist by the fact that he wishes to be powerful rather than charming, and seeks to be feared rather than loved. To this type belong many lunatics and most of the great men of history.

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