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a public showing of objects of interest a touring exhibit of national treasures from the Smithsonian Institution

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verb

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How is the word exhibit different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of exhibit are display, expose, flaunt, parade, and show. While all these words mean "to present so as to invite notice or attention," exhibit stresses putting forward prominently or openly.

exhibit paintings at a gallery

When could display be used to replace exhibit?

The meanings of display and exhibit largely overlap; however, display emphasizes putting in a position where others may see to advantage.

display sale items

When can expose be used instead of exhibit?

The words expose and exhibit are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, expose suggests bringing forth from concealment and displaying.

sought to expose the hypocrisy of the town fathers

When is it sensible to use flaunt instead of exhibit?

The synonyms flaunt and exhibit are sometimes interchangeable, but flaunt suggests a shameless, boastful, often offensive parading.

nouveaux riches flaunting their wealth

When is parade a more appropriate choice than exhibit?

While the synonyms parade and exhibit are close in meaning, parade implies an ostentatious or arrogant displaying.

parading their piety for all to see

When would show be a good substitute for exhibit?

Although the words show and exhibit have much in common, show implies no more than enabling another to see or examine.

showed her snapshots to the whole group

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of exhibit
Noun
However, sRGB above 100% exhibits improved color grading and color vibrancy. PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025 But first, each Rosie gets a personal tour of the museum, starting in the home front exhibit. Debbie Elliott, NPR, 30 Mar. 2025
Verb
The cast is, indeed, tremendous and the second of only two episodes sent to critics exhibited notes of quirky humor than felt like an improvement. Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2025 Typically, skew arises because out-of-the-money (OTM) options — puts or calls — can exhibit higher or lower implied volatility than at-the-money (ATM) options, depending on market conditions and sentiment. Michael Khouw, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for exhibit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibit
Noun
  • Featuring display panels, interactive digital kiosks, unique artifacts, and primary accounts, the exhibition utilizes storytelling, illustration and cutting-edge technology to connect modern audiences with the people and places that shaped the nation’s birth.
    Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum The exhibition points out that at the time, Italian, Eastern European and Jewish immigrants were often not considered white.
    Elizabeth Blair, NPR, 2 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The reporter noted that a framed photo of Prince Harry, 40, with his late mother, Princess Diana, was displayed nearby.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Asia Asian stocks have displayed a mixed performance throughout Wednesday's trading session.
    Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • For the rest of the short teaser, Lord and Lady Grantham (Hugh Bonneville and Elizabeth McGovern) are shown walking around the grounds of the estate, touching bannisters and stone pillars with an air of finality.
    Brent Lang, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
  • In February 2025, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed that food prices were up 3.2% year-over-year, with food away from home rising 4.5%—a clear indicator that even fast food is being reconsidered as an occasional indulgence.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • As if on schedule, brands from across the internet have begun unveiling new loafer styles — and slashing prices on fan favorites — just in time for the season.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
  • The Cannes Film Festival will reveal the bulk of its Official Selection in a press conference in Paris on Thursday, while Directors’ Fortnight will unveil its line-up on April 15.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 6 Apr. 2025

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“Exhibit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibit. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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