pompous

1. ADJ If you describe someone as pompous, you mean that they behave or speak in a very serious way because they think they are more important than they really are. 爱摆架子的[表不满]

He was somewhat pompous and had a high opinion of his own capabilities. 他有些爱摆架子，并且高估自己的能力。

2. pompouslyADV 爱摆架子地

Robin told me firmly and pompously that he had an important business appointment. 罗宾一本正经地对我显摆说他有个重要的商务约会。

3. ADJ A pompous building or ceremony is very grand and elaborate. (建筑物) 气派的; (仪式) 盛大铺张的

The service was grand without being pompous. 该仪式盛大而不铺张。