Synonyms of pomp

pomp

noun

as in spectacle

the impressive decorations, music, clothing etc., that are part of some formal events

the pomp of a royal ceremony

Related Words

• spectacle
• fanfare
• parade
• pageantry
• decoration
• dressing
• ostentation
• pageant
• pretense
• ornamentation
• glitz
• flamboyance
• show
• dazzle
• razzmatazz
• adornment
• gaudiness
• foofaraw
• swank
• razzle-dazzle
• garishness
• showiness
• pretentiousness
• richness
• ostentatiousness
• mummery
• flashiness
• extravaganza
• magnificence
• opulence
• luxuriance
• extravagance
• éclat
• luxuriousness
• flash
• trimming
• sumptuousness
• embellishment
• garnishment
• fanciness
• vulgarity
• luridness
• tawdriness
• meretriciousness

Dissimilar Words

• restraint
• simplicity
• modesty
• understatement
• moderation
• elegance
• conservativeness
• severity
• gracefulness
• minimalism
• tastefulness
• austerity
• plainness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pomp

While the pomp and pageantry of the annual event pretty much remains the same year after year, meaningful appearances—and surprise cameos—by different members of the Firm have kept fans on their toes. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 13 June 2026

Trooping the Color marks the official birthday of King Charles and includes an elaborate display of pomp and pageantry featuring almost 1,500 army personnel, 200 military horses and thousands of royal watchers flooding the streets. — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 13 June 2026

Time heals all and, in a few years, Meslier will perhaps be remembered for the two Championship titles and that unforgettable 2020-21 season with Bielsa in his pomp. — Beren Cross, New York Times, 11 June 2026

There aren’t crowds of excited supporters or the pomp of champagne glasses and white tablecloths. — ABC News, 26 May 2026