Pontificate is a verb meaning to speak or write in a pompous or dogmatic way. RANT, OPINE, MORALIZE, ORATE, SPOUT, and DOGMATISE are all words that can be used to describe the act of pontificating. RANT is a four letter word meaning to speak or shout at length in an angry, impassioned way. OPINE is a five letter word meaning to express an opinion. Papacy is a six letter word referring to the office, jurisdiction, or government of the pope. MORALIZE is an eight letter word meaning to interpret or explain something in terms of morality. ORATE is a five letter word meaning to deliver a formal speech. SPOUT is a five letter word meaning to speak or utter in an unrestrained or vehement manner. DOGMATISE is a nine letter word meaning to state as an established opinion.