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pompous

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Definitions

﹒Affectedly and irritatingly grand, solemn, or self-important.

﹒Characterized by excessive display of dignity or importance.

Examples

﹒He gave a pompous speech that bored the entire audience.

﹒It is difficult to have a casual conversation with someone so pompous and self-important.

﹒The professor's pompous attitude made his students feel intimidated rather than inspired.

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