pomp

Definition

  • noun: the impressive decorations, music, clothing etc., that are part of some formal events
  • noun: a show of magnificence
  • synonyms: splendor, array, brilliance

Examples

  • The prime minister was greeted with 'pomp and circumstance'.

  • the 'pomp and circumstance' of a presidential inauguration

  • the 'pomp' [='splendor'] of a royal ceremony

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) ♪ (INTENSE MUSIC PLAYS) ♪ TORMUND: Before the sun comes up tomorrow. - (ARMY MARCHES, CLANKS) - ♪ (DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS) ♪ The kind of pomp and majesty of Dany's arrival, it just felt like the natural place to start the season. The arrival was a way to capture what was at stake (..)
    2019 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Winterfell Season: 8 Episode 1