Using overly complex words or phrases to sound more intelligent or important than necessary, such as "utilize" instead of "use" or "ascertain" instead of "discover". Also, using formal language or jargon unnecessarily to create an air of superiority or exclusivity in communication.
White elephant.
Speaking in a lofty style; pompous; bombastic.
The prefix of "pompous" is "pomp-".
You could say: "Jerry is a pompous fool." "Pompous" is an adjective, so it needs to modify a noun.
It's just possible that the upcoming ball might be the pompous circumstance I was looking for.
White elephant.
Speaking in a lofty style; pompous; bombastic.
He was very pompous.
The prefix of "pompous" is "pomp-".
You could say: "Jerry is a pompous fool." "Pompous" is an adjective, so it needs to modify a noun.
Edward Tulane was a very pompous rabbit.
Sue came to school acting all POMPOUS...
Pompous or pretentious talk or writting
Pompous is an adjective so it comes before a noun. The actual definition of pompous is as follows - "1. characterized by an ostentatious display of dignity or importance: a pompous minor official. 2. ostentatiously lofty or high-flown" With this is mind, here is an example of using the word "pompous" in a sentence. 1. The man gave us a pompous speech about paying our taxes.
direct simple language
Man is a noble animal, splendid in ashes, and pompous in the grave.
no she is not