1
: a show of magnificence : splendor
every day begins … in a pomp of flaming coloursF. D. Ommanney
2
: a ceremonial or festival display (such as a train of followers or a pageant)
3
a
: ostentatious display : vainglory
b
: an ostentatious gesture or act

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The neo-Georgian mansions of Bel Air or the old-school pomp and glamor of Hollywood Regency? Zoë Dare Hall, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Underneath its papal pomp and regal bearing, this thing is pulp through and through. Nate Jones, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2024 Although the center of attention, the fish seemed more interested in exploring their water than in the pomp and ceremony celebrating their species' recovery. Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 4 Sep. 2024 In many cultures, dark reds are associated with pomp, circumstance, and displays of power. Katy Kelleher, refinery29.com, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pomp 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French pompe, from Latin pompa procession, pomp, from Greek pompē act of sending, escort, procession, pomp, from pempein to send

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of pomp was in the 14th century

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“Pomp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pomp. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

pomp

noun
1
: a show of magnificence : splendor
the pomp of a royal ceremony
2
: showy display

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