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pompously

/ˈpɑːm.pəs.li/
pom · pous · ly
Adjective:pompous
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• adverb

1

In an affectedly grand, solemn, or self-important manner; with exaggerated dignity or pretentiousness.

Example

"The critic lectured the audience pompously about the decline of modern literature."

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• Nearby Words

pompon
pomposity
pompous
pompously
pompousness
poncho
ponchoed

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'pompous' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Pompous' entered Middle English via Old French from Late Latin 'pomposus' (stately, grand), which traces back to Ancient Greek 'pompe' (solemn procession or display).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pompously. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pompously
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