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as in exhibition
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
Brown said visitors can still expect quality exhibits and programs, despite the belt-tightening. Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 10 July 2025 As a celebration of Jansson’s work, this summer exhibit highlights the whimsical world of Moominvalley while showcasing her comprehensive art through interactive activities, installations, rare artifacts, multilingual editions of her work, and summer-long programming. Leo Barraclough, Variety, 9 July 2025
Verb
That vote of confidence paid off, allowing Stalter to exhibit a versatility that no doubt helped her level up to multifaceted romantic lead. Judy Berman, Time, 10 July 2025 Infamously, 'Oumuamua exhibited a mysterious nongravitational acceleration without a dust coma, which is still not well-understood. Darryl Seligman, Space.com, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for exhibit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibit
Noun
  • This record offensive effort came a year after the league’s annual exhibition game was a competitive contest that pitted the U.S Olympic team against WNBA All-Stars.
    Doug Feinberg, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2025
  • Walk through the exhibition and yes, her Hannah Montana impersonator wig is, in fact, there.
    Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 18 July 2025
Verb
  • The artworks and photos are displayed alongside historical items, archival images, video reenactments of the Raid, and multimedia testimonials by descendants of the enslaved people who liberated themselves.
    Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
  • If a face is displayed to millions of people at once, chances are someone will recognize it.
    Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
Verb
  • Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton sat in a suite and received the loudest ovation from the crowd when he was shown on the videoboard.
    Doug Feinberg, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2025
  • Byron, who is married with children, immediately hid when the couple was shown on screen.
    Jennifer Elias, CNBC, 19 July 2025
Verb
  • Before leaving office this year and joining the Trump administration as Interior Secretary, Gov. Doug Burgum unveiled a comprehensive housing strategy, developed by a state Housing Initiative Advisory Committee, aimed at bringing the housing market into better balance.
    Scott Cohn, CNBC, 11 July 2025
  • Rubio, who is also President Trump’s national security adviser, unveiled a reorganization plan for the State Department in April, with plans to get rid of 132 offices and fold 137 other offices within the department.
    Filip Timotija, The Hill, 11 July 2025

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“Exhibit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibit. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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