pompous (ˈpɒmpəs
)
Definitions
adjective
- exaggeratedly or ostentatiously dignified or self-important
- ostentatiously lofty in style ⇒
a pompous speech
- rare characterized by ceremonial pomp or splendour
Alternative Forms
ˈpompously adverb ˈpompousness nounSynonyms
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self-important,
affected,
arrogant,
pretentious,
bloated,
grandiose,
imperious,
showy,
overbearing,
ostentatious,
puffed up,
portentous,
magisterial,
supercilious,
pontifical,
vainglorious,
Usage examples
His smooth face was flushed, excited, and he was at his most pompous.
, Cover Story (1986)I tried to register with the General Medical Council (GMC) as a rather pompous sounding ``vocationally trained GP.
British Medical Journal (2002)In this, newlywed daughter Sally Smith and husband Stanley Baxter move in with pompous Justice.
The Advertiser, Sunday Mail (2004)But then we got a call from David Shields, the hospital's pompous Human Resources Manager.
Sun, News of the World (2001)I have every confidence in the justice of my country," said Jack, smiling at the pompous sound of his words.
, The Reverse of the Medal (1986)