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pontificate

/pɒntɪfɪkeɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does pontificate mean?

verb

To speak or give opinions in a way that is considered to be authoritative or self-important, often in a way that is annoying or boring. To declare or proclaim something as a fact or truth.

Example

"The politician was accused of pontificating about the economy without having any real understanding of the issues."

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