pomp

noun
UK: /pɒmp/
US: /pɑːmp/

  1. Ceremonial elegance and splendid display, especially at a public event.

    1. The royal wedding was full of pomp and circumstance.
    2. The inauguration was a carefully planned display of national pomp, symbolizing power.

  2. Ostentatious or vain display; exaggerated self-importance.

    1. He disliked the pomp shown by the wealthy families.
    2. The general's pomp was irritating to the other officers, who valued humility.

Synonyms

splendor ostentation pageantry grandeur ceremony

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "pomp" in English means: Ceremonial elegance and splendid display, especially at a public event., Ostentatious or vain display; exaggerated self-importance..

The phonetic transcription of "pomp" is /pɒmp/ in British English and /pɑːmp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pomp": splendor, ostentation, pageantry, grandeur, ceremony.

Example usage of "pomp": "The royal wedding was full of pomp and circumstance.". More examples on the page.