bombastic
/bɒmˈbæstɪk/
bom · bas · tic
bɒm · ˈbæs · tɪk
English Definition
Adj. pompous; inflated; grandiose
Significado en Español
exagerado, pomposo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khoa trương, phóng đại
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
bombast (pompous language) → pretentious speech.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for the word “bombastic” in the sentence: The politician''s bombastic speech was filled with lofty promises and little substance.
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A
Subdued
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B
Pompous
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C
Whispered
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D
Quiet
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B — Pompous.
“bombastic” means Adj. pompous; inflated; grandiose
Common questions about “bombastic”
What does “bombastic” mean?
bombastic — Adj. pompous; inflated; grandiose. In Chinese: 夸大的；言过其实的.
How do you pronounce “bombastic”?
bombastic is pronounced /bɒmˈbæstɪk/. It breaks into 3 syllables: bom · bas · tic.
Is “bombastic” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. bombastic appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “bombastic”?
bombast (pompous language) → pretentious speech.
