Pronunciation: /ˈpædʒənt/
noun a public entertainment consisting of a procession of people in elaborate, colorful costumes, or an outdoor performance of a historical scene
A1 I watched a pageant at my school.
A2 The pageant featured contestants from different countries.
B1 She won the beauty pageant last year.
B2 The local pageant committee organized a charity event.
C1 The pageant contestants showcased their talents in front of a live audience.
C2 The pageant was a grand affair with elaborate costumes and stunning performances.
verb not applicable
A1 She pageants in the local talent show every year.
A2 The students will pageant in the school play next week.
B1 The actors pageant in a historical reenactment for the tourists.
B2 The dancers will pageant in the prestigious competition next month.
C1 The artists pageant in a gallery exhibition showcasing their work.
C2 The athletes will pageant in the international championship representing their country.
adjective not applicable
A1 The pageant dress was very sparkly and beautiful.
A2 She won first place in the local pageant competition.
B1 The pageant contestants practiced their talent routines for weeks.
B2 The pageant organizer ensured that everything ran smoothly on the day of the event.
C1 The pageant queen was known for her philanthropic work in the community.
C2 The international pageant was a lavish affair with contestants from around the world.
adverb not applicable
A1 She watched the pageant happily.
A2 The children participated in the pageant enthusiastically.
B1 The pageant was organized meticulously with elaborate costumes.
B2 The pageant contestants performed flawlessly, impressing the judges.
C1 The pageant showcased the cultural diversity of the region in a spectacular manner.
C2 The grandeur of the pageant left the audience in awe.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I watched a pageant on TV.
A2 She won the pageant last year.
B1 The pageant contestants were nervous backstage.
B2 The judges were impressed by the talent portion of the pageant.
C1 The pageant organizers worked tirelessly to ensure everything ran smoothly.
C2 The pageant's grand finale was a spectacular display of lights and music.
preposition not applicable
A1 The children dressed up for the pageant.
A2 She won first place in the beauty pageant.
B1 The town held a pageant to celebrate its anniversary.
B2 The pageant showcased the talents of the contestants.
C1 The elaborate pageant featured intricate costumes and choreography.
C2 The historical pageant reenacted pivotal moments in the country's past.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I watched a pageant and then went to eat dinner.
A2 She won the pageant and received a crown.
B1 The pageant was full of talented singers and dancers.
B2 After the pageant, the contestants took photos together.
C1 The pageant showcased the diversity and beauty of the contestants.
C2 Attending the pageant was a highlight of the cultural festival.
interjection not applicable
A1 Pageant! Look at all the pretty dresses.
A2 Pageant! I can't wait to see who wins.
B1 Pageant! It's such a glamorous event.
B2 Pageant! The contestants are all so talented.
C1 Pageant! The production value of this show is incredible.
C2 Pageant! I never knew so much work went into these events.
article not applicable
A1 I watched a pageant on TV.
A2 The beauty pageant contestants wore elegant dresses.
B1 The local community organized a pageant to celebrate the town's anniversary.
B2 She won the national pageant and became a celebrity overnight.
C1 The international pageant was broadcasted live to millions of viewers around the world.
C2 The pageant showcased the diverse talents and cultures of the participating countries.
formal The pageant featured contestants from all over the country showcasing their talents.
informal I heard the pageant last night was really fun to watch.
slang I can't believe she won the pageant, she totally slayed it!
figurative The courtroom was like a pageant, with each lawyer trying to outshine the other.
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