self-aggrandizement

his speech was riddled with self-aggrandizement, boasting about his accomplishments.

the politician's self-aggrandizement alienated many voters with its arrogance.

she recognized her own tendency towards self-aggrandizement and tried to curb it.

the company's annual report was largely an exercise in corporate self-aggrandizement.

he avoided self-aggrandizement, preferring to let his work speak for itself.

the author's self-aggrandizement in the preface detracted from the book's credibility.

excessive self-aggrandizement can be a sign of insecurity.

the project proposal was marred by unnecessary self-aggrandizement from the lead researcher.

he downplayed his role to avoid accusations of self-aggrandizement.

the constant self-aggrandizement became tiresome and off-putting to the team.

despite his success, he remained free from the trap of self-aggrandizement.