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- [pom-puh s]
- /ˈpɒm pəs/
- /ˈpɒm.pəs/
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- [pom-puh s]
- /ˈpɒm pəs/
Definitions of pompously word
- adjective pompously characterized by an ostentatious display of dignity or importance: a pompous minor official. 1
- adjective pompously ostentatiously lofty or high-flown: a pompous speech. 1
- adjective pompously Archaic. characterized by pomp, or a display of stately splendor or magnificence: an impressive and pompous funeral. 1
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Origin of pompously
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
First recorded in 1325-75; Middle English word from Late Latin word pompōsus. See pomp, -ous
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Parts of speech for Pompously
noun
adjective
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preposition
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determiner
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pompously popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
pompously usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for pompously
adverb pompously
- condescendingly — In a condescending manner.
- grandiloquently — speaking or expressed in a lofty style, often to the point of being pompous or bombastic.
- grandiosely — affectedly grand or important; pompous: grandiose words.
- grandly — impressive in size, appearance, or general effect: grand mountain scenery.
- ostentatiously — characterized by or given to pretentious or conspicuous show in an attempt to impress others: an ostentatious dresser.
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