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pompousness

/ˈpɒmpəsˌnɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does pompousness mean?

noun

The quality of being excessively proud of one's achievements or possessions, often in a way that is considered annoying or pretentious. A feeling or attitude of self-importance.

Example

"The professor's pompousness was evident in his condescending tone and elaborate vocabulary."

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