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
aloftat or to a great height
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glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
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recitala detailed account : enumeration
temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response
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unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
imminentready to take place : happening soon
cerebrationto use the mind : think