adj. having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude
The pompous official enjoyed giving orders.
The pompous official enjoyed giving orders.
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The king spoke grandiloquently to his people as he was always pompous.
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The critics write the pompous speech was risible rather than moving.
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arrogant; haughty; uppity
humble; modest
2 syllables
pomp-ous
compas
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