Concept:An antonym is a word with the opposite meaning. "Pompous" means overly self-important or arrogant. Its opposite is a word that shows humility or meekness.Explanation:"Pompous" describes someone who behaves in a showy, proud manner. Among the options, only "submissive" conveys the opposite—being humble, yielding, or modest."Energy" (Option B), "Urgency" (Option C), and "Delight" (Option D) do not contrast with "pompous." They are unrelated to the idea of self-importance.Thus, the correct antonym is "submissive."Answer:A. Submissive