GRE Word List

POMPOSITY

pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior

The meaning of the word pomposity is pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior.

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WordMeaning
withstandto stand up against : oppose with firm determination
parlancespeech
resoundto become filled with sound : reverberate
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
rakishof, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
chisela metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
prattleprate