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bombastic

[bɒmˈbæstɪk]

bombastic Definition

  • 1high-sounding but with little meaning; inflated
  • 2using language in a showy way to impress people

Using bombastic: Examples

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

  • Example

    The speech was full of bombastic rhetoric but lacked substance.

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    He was known for his bombastic style of writing.

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    The politician's bombastic promises failed to win over the voters.

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    The movie was criticized for its bombastic special effects.

bombastic Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with bombastic

  • music that is loud, showy, and lacking in subtlety

    Example

    The concert was filled with bombastic music that left the audience feeling energized.

  • speech that is grandiose, pompous, and lacking in substance

    Example

    The politician's bombastic speech failed to convince the audience of his sincerity.

  • a style of writing or speaking that is characterized by grandiose, showy language and a lack of substance

    Example

    The author's bombastic style made it difficult to understand the true meaning of his work.

Origins of bombastic

from French 'bombastique', from 'bombance' meaning 'a loud booming noise'

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Summary: bombastic in Brief

The term 'bombastic' [bɒmˈbæstɪk] refers to language that is high-sounding but with little meaning, often used to impress people. It can be applied to writing, speeches, and music, as in 'The speech was full of bombastic rhetoric but lacked substance.' 'Bombastic' is synonymous with 'pompous' and 'pretentious,' and antonymous with 'simple' and 'plain.'