panjandrum

/ˈpændʒændrʊm/

Definitions

1. noun

A person of great importance or influence, especially one who is self-important or pompous.

“The politician thought of himself as a panjandrum, but his constituents saw him as out of touch.”

Synonyms

  • dignitary
  • magnate

Antonyms

  • incompetent
  • novice