How to Pronounce "pomposity"
word
ˌpɑmˈpɑsɪti
pahm-PAH-si-tee
pəmpˈɒsɪti
pum-POS-i-tee
Definition
Pomposity means behaving or speaking in a way that shows you think you are more important than others, usually in a grand, self-important manner.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɑmˈpɑsɪti
British English
pəmpˈɒsɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pahm-PAH-si-tee
UK
pum-POS-i-tee
Listen in Context
His pomposity annoyed everyone at the meeting.
People disliked the manager's pomposity.
Her speech was full of pomposity.
He walked into the room with such pomposity you'd think he owned the place.