Grandstanding

verb

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.verbTo behave dramatically or showily to impress an audience or observers; to pander to a crowd.

"Many politicians prefer to grandstand on hot-button issues rather than enact tough policy changes."

2.nounDramatic or showy behaviour intended to impress an audience or observers.

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