Videomummery

/'mʌməri/

The word mummery is a powerful noun used to describe ceremonies and rituals that are elaborate but ultimately meaningless. It carries a strong sense of criticism, pointing out when a display is hypocritical, absurd, or designed merely to deceive an audience. This lesson explores the theatrical roots of the term, its common usage in political and formal contexts, and how to distinguish it from similar-sounding words. You will learn useful phrases like the mummery of power and see how it compares to synonyms like charade and farce. Watch this lesson to master this sophisticated term for describing empty pretense.

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The king dismissed the courtiers' mummery with a weary wave.