Pompous: alternatives and connections

Full of pretension; disposed to lay claim to more than is one's; presuming; assuming.

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Full of pretension; disposed to lay claim to more than is one's; presuming; assuming.

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A procession distinguished by ostentation and splendor; a pageant.

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A procession distinguished by ostentation and splendor; a pageant.

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Ar act or series of acts, often of a symbolical character, prescribed by law, custom, or authority, in the conduct of important matters, as in the pe…

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Consisting of outward forms and rites; ceremonial. [In this sense ceremonial is now preferred.]

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Speaking in a lofty style; pompous; bombastic.

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Of or pertaining to a pontiff, or high priest; as, pontifical authority; hence, belonging to the pope; papal.

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Of the nature of a portent; containing portents; foreshadowing, esp. foreshadowing ill; ominous.

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