fanfare

noun

fan·​fare ˈfan-ˌfer 

1

: a short and lively sounding of trumpets

2

: a showy outward display

Examples of fanfare in a Sentence

The new jet was introduced with great fanfare.

Recent Examples on the Web

While Debí Tirar Más Fotos began with less fanfare compared to Bad Bunny’s past blockbuster releases, its early reception spoke to the power of good music traveling on its own merits. —Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026

Rong Niu has grown somewhat accustomed to the fanfare over decades performing at NBA, WNBA and college basketball games — her first halftime show was a Los Angeles Clippers game in 1993. —Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026

And then there are the travelers that seek out airline souvenirs like the KLM commemorative Delft house unveiled each year to great fanfare. —Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026

With much fanfare, Lewis has introduced several initiatives involving artificial intelligence. —David Folkenflik, NPR, 30 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for fanfare

• abwehr
• affair
• affaire
• airfare
• altair
• armchair
• aware
• beware
• bugbear
• carfare
• childcare
• compare

Kids Definition

fanfare

noun

fan·​fare ˈfan-ˌfa(ə)r 

-ˌfe(ə)r

: a short stirring tune played by trumpets