pomp

[pɒmp]

pomp Definition

  • 1ceremonial splendor and magnificence
  • 2ostentatious display or parade

Using pomp: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pomp" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The wedding was full of pomp and circumstance.

  • Example

    The king's coronation was a grand display of pomp.

  • Example

    The politician's speech was full of empty pomp and promises.

  • Example

    The military parade was a display of pomp and power.

pomp Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using pomp

  • to stop being pretentious or showy

    Example

    He needs to cut the pomp and be more genuine in his interactions.

  • a style of rock music characterized by its grandiose and theatrical sound

    Example

    Queen is often cited as a pioneer of pomp rock.

  • a ceremonial march composed by Sir Edward Elgar, often played at graduation ceremonies and other formal events

    Example

    The graduates walked down the aisle to the tune of Pomp and Circumstance music.

Phrases with pomp

  • a splendid celebration or ceremony, especially one that is formal or traditional

    Example

    The graduation ceremony was full of pomp and circumstance.

  • pomp up

    to make something more impressive or showy than it really is

    Example

    He tried to pomp up his resume with fake qualifications.

  • pomp and show

    an ostentatious display or exhibition

    Example

    The fashion show was a pomp and show of the latest trends.

Origins of pomp

from Old French 'pompe', from Latin 'pompa', meaning 'procession'

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Summary: pomp in Brief

'Pomp' [pɒmp] refers to ceremonial splendor and magnificence, often associated with formal events and displays of power. It can also denote ostentatious display or parade, as in 'The military parade was a display of pomp and power.' 'Pomp' extends into phrases like 'pomp and circumstance,' and idioms like 'cut the pomp,' denoting pretentiousness, and 'pomp rock,' referring to a style of rock music characterized by grandiose sound.

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