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pomposity

pom·pos·i·ty [ pom póssətee ] (plural pom·pos·i·ties)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. self-importance: an excessive sense of self-importance, usually displayed through exaggerated seriousness or stateliness in speech and manner

2. pompous act: an act, remark, or gesture that is exaggerated in its seriousness or stateliness and conveys an excessive sense of self-importance

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