Synonyms of exhibition

exhibition

noun

ˌek-sə-ˈbi-shən 

1

as in exhibit

a public showing of objects of interest

an exhibition of valuable and fascinating artifacts from a recovered pirate ship

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exhibit
• display
• production
• show
• fair
• expo
• presentation
• exposition
• demonstration
• performance
• auction
• sale
• offering
• spectacle
• extravaganza
• pageant
• presentment

2

as in display

an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect

for the benefit of the crowd, the professional wrestler made a great exhibition of ferocity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• display
• demonstration
• show
• pose
• flaunting
• simulation
• act
• disclosure
• front
• charade
• facade
• betrayal
• affectation
• semblance
• pretense
• guise
• put-on
• sham

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of exhibition

Renderings show a nearly 17,000‑square‑foot plaza along Forbes, restaurant space at street level, event and exhibition areas and direct connections to a future bus rapid transit station. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 30 June 2026

The exhibition also included a retrospective display of eight landmark creations released over the brand’s three decades, highlighting the evolution of Roberto Coin's design language. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Another circle is preserved inside the building, but developers MDM have so far failed to build a small museum and exhibition markers promised under a legal settlement with the city of Miami and preservationists. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026

Kerry Washington is a vision in yellow at the Pomellato, Le Joaillier Révolutionnaire exhibition opening in Paris on June 23. — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026