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Definition pompous in American English

pompous adjective

adjective
/ˈpɑmpəs/
1

someone who is pompous thinks they are very important and speaks or behaves in a very serious and formal way

Example

He's a pompous old windbag who loves the sound of his own voice.

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Definition pompous in American English