1. a short ceremonial tune played on brass instruments
2. a showy public display or celebration

Examples

• The ceremony began with a triumphant fanfare.
• Trumpets played a fanfare as the king entered the hall.
• The movie premiere was accompanied by great fanfare.
• The product launch received considerable media fanfare.
• Without much fanfare, she quietly accepted the award.
• The brass section performed a stirring fanfare.
• The announcement was made with little fanfare.