How to Pronounce Pomposity

To pronounce "pomposity", say POMP-os-ity — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

POMP-os-ity

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💡 Tip for remembering “pomposity”

"pomposity" has 3 syllables: pomp-os-ity. It rhymes with animosity and atrocity, if that helps it stick.

What does pomposity mean?

noun

  1. The quality of being pompous; self-importance.

    “With their super-formal tone and heavy use of jargon, legal documents are renowned for their pomposity.”

Synonyms

bombastostentatiousnesspompousness

Words that rhyme with pomposity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

animosityatrocitycuriosityferocityreciprocitypaucityvelocityvirtuositymonstrositygenerosityviscosityreligiosity

Related words

pompousnesspretentiousnessostentatiousnessostentationsplashinessairspretensionunpompousness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pomposity"?▾

"Pomposity" has 3 syllables: pomp · os · ity.

What does "pomposity" mean?▾

Pomposity: The quality of being pompous; self-importance.

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