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

But still, the exhibition is the rare chance to view RM as a serious art collector; someone who values Korean identity in art but also loves works from many genres, eras and countries. — Christine Terrisse, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Opening Friday and running through May 2, 2027, the exhibition is Pavarotti’s first major museum presentation. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026

Its eclectic programming includes large retrospectives, international conferences and as well as exhibitions, exploring the work and careers of filmmakers such as Bela Tarr, Apichatpong Weerasethakul and Alex van Warmerdam among many others. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2026

Then came the Second Saturday Art Walk, which helped bring people into the neighborhood to see exhibitions and galleries. — Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026