mummery

noun

Definition of mummerynext
as in parade

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Recent Examples of mummery But what was once the norm can now seem a kind of ableist mummery, which this production attempts to sidestep by offering a Richard with no physical impairments at all. — New York Times, 11 July 2022 Last week, as Russia prepared to invade Ukraine and Gergiev prepared to lead the Vienna Philharmonic in three concerts at Carnegie Hall, the usual mummery was unfolding. — Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2022 Jeannette Jackson received the honor at the Mummers Museum during a community discussion about Philadelphia traditions and the future of mummery. — Eva Andersen, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026 One of the oldest traditions in the United States is begging or the giving tips at the holiday, brought by English settlers and part of the Christmas celebrations associated with mummery and the Lord of Misrule, according to Turino. — Steven Goode, courant.com, 17 Dec. 2020 Keziah Wallis of Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand says that the rift first appeared in the 19th century, when a new understanding of Buddhism as a rational philosophy free of the mummery of religion began to take hold. — The Economist, 14 Nov. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mummery
  1. parade
  2. extravaganza
  3. pomp
  4. pageant
  5. spectacle
  6. pageantry
  7. ostentation
  8. fanfare
Noun
  • The record-breaking heat wave forced the cancellation of several parades and other events in the area.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Officials are urging anyone attending parades, concerts and fireworks shows to stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade and monitor local weather conditions.
    — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
Definition of parade
Noun
  • The three-day-long extravaganza is estimated to have cost $46 million to $56 million – rivaling Charles and Diana for the most expensive wedding on this list.
    — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Rancho Cordova’s two-day extravaganza kicks off Friday, with a slew of fair-style activities throughout the evening.
    — Camila Pedrosa July 2, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of extravaganza
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  • There is also plenty of pomp, along with bells, bonfires, and illuminations.
    — Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 3 July 2026
  • With rising political violence, including recent incidents near the White House, and a president who enjoys being at the center of public pomp yet has repeatedly faced attempts on his life, a major security challenge awaits.
    — Gary Fields, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026
Definition of pomp
Noun
  • The 2026 festival included live entertainment, dozens of vendors, public health services, a scavenger hunt, a cultural parade, a beauty pageant and a live performance by the musical artist Common.
    — Jack Harvel July 1, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
  • This Fourth of July, the pageant will be loud.
    — Otis Moss III, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026
Definition of pageant
Noun
  • From her club seat with her friends, season ticket-holder Jade Greenhut captured the center circle spectacle.
    — Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • What Campos loved was the show, the spectacle, the opportunity for self-expression.
    — Jack Lang, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of spectacle
Noun
  • In addition to the monetary compensation and scholarship awards, pageantry is also helping the girls build confidence and learn key behavioral skills.
    — Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • This year’s storyline involves a royal succession scenario, which suggests pageantry and heated drama.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2026
Definition of pageantry
Noun
  • While Vico has been careful to avoid any kind of ostentation, Argentaia offers a spa, a tennis court, a stunning 100-foot saltwater infinity pool overlooking the valley, and a movie theater.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
  • The mansion, often considered a monument to Roaring ‘20s ostentation, stretches from the Intracoastal to the Atlantic Ocean.
    — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 22 Feb. 2026
Definition of ostentation
Noun
  • For all of the fanfare surrounding power hitters and flashy fielders, a dominant pitcher is often more valuable.
    — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • The evening's entertainment had the fanfare of a state visit.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of fanfare

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