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pompously

UK
/ˈpɒmpəsli/
US
/ˈpɑːmpəsli/

Translations

pompouslyadverb
UK
/ˈpɒmpəsli/
US
/ˈpɑːmpəsli/
He spoke pompously about his achievements.
Он говорил помпезно о своих достижениях.
Synonyms
arrogantly
pretentiously
haughtily
grandiloquently
vaingloriously

Definitions

pompouslyadverb
In a manner that is characterized by excessive self-importance or arrogance.
He pompously declared himself the best candidate for the job, ignoring the qualifications of others.
In a grandiose or ostentatious way that is intended to impress others.
The mansion was pompously decorated with gold-trimmed furniture and crystal chandeliers.
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