pomposo

/poʊmˈpoʊzoʊ/

Definitions

1. adjective

pretentiously showy or self-important

“The politician’s pomposo speech made him appear arrogant to the audience.”

2. adverb

in a pretentiously showy or self-important manner

“She walked into the room pomposo, drawing all the attention to herself.”

Synonyms

  • grandiose
  • ostentatious

Antonyms

  • modest
  • unassuming