pompousness

noun

Definition of pompousnessnext
1
as in arrogance
an exaggerated sense of one's importance that shows itself in the making of excessive or unjustified claims offended by the pompousness of the minor official

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2
as in vanity
an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements the pompousness of the self-made billionaire was evident in the gaudy mansion he built for himself

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  1. arrogance
  2. vanity
  3. superiority
  4. ego
  5. pride
Noun
  • Dastmalchian gets to play it all — disbelief, arrogance, grieving, terrified — sometimes in the same moment.
    Jenelle Riley, Variety, 31 Oct. 2024
  • These things are a big investment of time and to have not one, but two of them that might otherwise have had a reasonable expectation of success — probably arrogance on my part — but still, many times an author who gets published once can get published a second time.
    Choire Sicha, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of arrogance
Noun
  • Elsewhere is a bar/parlor room, as well as an inviting primary suite that comes complete with a Juliette balcony, a walk-in closet, and a luxe bath flaunting dual vanities and a large shower.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Grand suites have separate in-room dining tables and some even have bathtubs and dual-sink stone vanities.
    Nicole Trilivas, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
Definition of vanity
Noun
  • While picking up genuine concerns reported by American and international media in what has been a contentious and violent US election cycle, the coverage and conversation appears geared to telegraph the superiority of China’s own political system.
    Simone McCarthy, CNN, 31 Oct. 2024
  • Even in foods where New Yorkers claim eternal superiority, L.A. just does it better.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
Definition of superiority
Noun
  • This leads to a heartfelt exploration of ego, humility, and legacy.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
  • But fame and success ultimately released any reluctance to speak out, and seemed to loosen his ego as well.
    Steve Marble, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of ego
Noun
  • Despite her standout performance, Keith took most pride in Northwood’s historic victory.
    Dan Albano, Orange County Register, 9 Nov. 2024
  • Hezbollah has long justified reckless wars against Israel with appeals to pan-Arab pride: The liberation of Palestine was worth any sacrifice.
    Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2024
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