fanfare

noun

fan·​fare ˈfan-ˌfer 

1

: a short and lively sounding of trumpets

2

: a showy outward display

Examples of fanfare in a Sentence

The new jet was introduced with great fanfare.

Recent Examples on the Web

An intense rainstorm spoiled some of the fanfare around the announcement of a revival (one of the stars, Austin Scott, was supposed to throw out the first pitch), but the day’s larger point was clear. — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 28 Sep. 2026

And, following an extensive renovation, The Vineta Hotel recently reopened with much fanfare in Palm Beach. — Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026

The New York Film Festival is continuing the trend, pulling off a coup by securing several major world premieres in a year that’s been frustratingly light on festival fanfare. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026

Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s arrival in Washington — and the fanfare surrounding his visit — is running into criticism by some Republicans who are concerned about the optics. — Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for fanfare

• abwehr
• affair
• affaire
• airfare
• altair
• armchair
• aware
• beware
• bugbear
• carfare
• childcare
• compare

Kids Definition

fanfare

noun

fan·​fare ˈfan-ˌfa(ə)r 

-ˌfe(ə)r

: a short stirring tune played by trumpets