pomposities

Meanings

• noun

  The quality of being pompous; excessive solemnity and grandiosity, often affecting language and behavior.

  - "His pomposities made it difficult for people to take him seriously."
  - "She found his pomposities irritating and pretentious."

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Variants

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pomposities , pomposity

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Etymology

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From the Latin pomposus, meaning 'elaborate, showy, grandiose'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pomposities' is often used in a negative context to describe someone who is pretentious or overly formal.

2. In ancient Rome, pomposities were used to describe elaborate and grandiose public works, such as temples and amphitheaters.

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Related Concepts

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1. pompous: An adjective used to describe someone or something that exhibits pomposities.

2. pomp: A grand and elaborate display or ceremony.

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Culture

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In literature, pomposities are often used to portray characters who are pretentious or overly formal. In art, they can be depicted through excessive ornamentation or grandiose architecture.

How to Memorize "pomposities"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person with an overly large hat, a long, flowing cape, and a pompous expression.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pomposities' with the word 'grandiosity'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Pomp and Circumstance' to help remember the meaning of pomposities.

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