flaunt

verb

ˈflȯnt How to pronounce flaunt (audio)
Definition of flauntnext
as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention she playfully flaunted her engagement ring in all of her coworkers' faces

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

Some common synonyms of flaunt are display, exhibit, expose, parade, and show. While all these words mean "to present so as to invite notice or attention," flaunt suggests a shameless, boastful, often offensive parading.

nouveaux riches flaunting their wealth

In what contexts can display take the place of flaunt?

The synonyms display and flaunt are sometimes interchangeable, but display emphasizes putting in a position where others may see to advantage.

display sale items

When would exhibit be a good substitute for flaunt?

The words exhibit and flaunt are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, exhibit stresses putting forward prominently or openly.

exhibit paintings at a gallery

Where would expose be a reasonable alternative to flaunt?

In some situations, the words expose and flaunt are roughly equivalent. However, expose suggests bringing forth from concealment and displaying.

sought to expose the hypocrisy of the town fathers

When is parade a more appropriate choice than flaunt?

Although the words parade and flaunt have much in common, parade implies an ostentatious or arrogant displaying.

parading their piety for all to see

When could show be used to replace flaunt?

The meanings of show and flaunt largely overlap; however, 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 flaunt The British actress stars in the soft-focus footage inspired by infomercials, playing a spokesperson flaunting the merits of the new design by Dior creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, which made its debut in the spring 2025 ready-to-wear show. —Lily Templeton, WWD, 13 Mar. 2025 Lizzo, who flaunted her weight loss in a Christian Siriano bodice, matched the gown to her black plaid French tips and copper lip. —India Espy-Jones, Essence, 4 Mar. 2025 The overall look was sort of old-school sanatorium, slightly updated but with zero indulgence to luxury—definitely not a place for flaunting Birkins. —Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025 Advertisement When Rick and Chelsea first got off the boat in Episode 1, viewers may have assumed this was a typical May-December romance, with Chelsea sponging off Rick's riches and Rick flaunting a young girlfriend. —Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 9 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flaunt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunt
  1. display
  2. show
  3. exhibit
  4. unveil
  5. expose
  6. flash
Verb
  • The new portable console features a 7.9 inch LCD screen that displays in 1080p.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2025
  • 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
Definition of display
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of show
Verb
  • But neither show exhibited the growth curve of High Potential, which closed out its freshman season with series-high multiplatform ratings.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Threaten the rubber hand by attempting to stab it with a dagger, for instance, and the participants exhibit an involuntary startle or fear response.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 31 Mar. 2025
Definition of exhibit
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
Definition of unveil
Verb
  • Raised in a household that welcomed exchange students and missionaries, Branch was exposed to diverse cultures from an early age.
    — Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
  • That means delaying updates could leave you exposed to tricks like doubleclickjacking.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Definition of expose
Verb
  • To understand the depth of their bond, the book flashes forward to Harlem in 2019 where a 30-something doctor named Oliver gives his fiancée a letter Tirzah wrote to Harrison in 1857, forever changing how the modern-day couple sees their own love story.
    — Shannon Carlin, Time, 1 Apr. 2025
  • That’s what is happening at this very moment, so that’s what flashed before me during The Traitors.
    — Michael Cuby, Them., 31 Mar. 2025
Definition of flash

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