Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pontification
noun
/pɒnˈtɪfɪkeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of expressing opinions or judgments in a dogmatic way.
Examples
- The professor’s pontification on the topic lasted for over an hour.
- His pontification during the meeting annoyed many of his colleagues.
- She enjoys pontification, often sharing her thoughts on various political issues.
Meaning
Pontification refers to the manner in which someone speaks or acts as if they are an authority on a subject, often with an air of arrogance.
Synonyms
- Dogmatism
- Preaching
- Infallibility
- Sententiousness
