Pompously (Adverb)
Meaning
In a pompous manner; "he pompously described his achievements".
Examples
- The self-proclaimed artist pompously described the inspiration behind his abstract paintings to anyone who would listen.
- He pompously quoted renowned philosophers, making the entire discussion unnecessarily complex.
- She pompously presented her company's minor achievement as if it was a groundbreaking discovery.
- The wealthy businessman pompously displayed his collection of luxury cars at every opportunity.
- The young intellectual pompously analyzed classic novels, boring everyone with her over-the-top analysis.