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pomp

[pomp] / pɒmp /


Usage

What are other ways to say pomp? Pomp suggests such a show of dignity and authority as characterizes a ceremony of state: The coronation was carried out with pomp and splendor. Ostentation refers to vain, ambitious, pretentious, or offensive display: tasteless and vulgar ostentation. Display applies to an intentionally conspicuous show: a great display of wealth. Show often indicates an external appearance that may or may not accord with actual facts: a show of modesty. 

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US President Donald Trump took Chinese leader Xi Jinping to see the founding documents of American democracy on Friday, capping a state visit full of pomp and pageantry but with no major breakthroughs.

From Barron's ● Sep. 25, 2026

There was pomp and ceremony, but little in the way of confirmed progress on key issues.

From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026

Beneath the pomp is a relationship that is increasingly strained.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

Xi's trip to Washington, which ends on Friday, will have plenty of pomp and pageantry, and includes lavish dinners, private tours and performances.

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

That a recently arrived talent like Handel should find himself plunged into composing for royal occasions of great pomp and prestige was impressive enough.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall


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