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

Daniels, a 6-foot, 205-pound run/pass threat, completed 27 of 44 passes for 239 yards and a touchdown and rushed 14 times for 37 yards and a TD in three Bucs exhibition games. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026

There are occasional non-permanent exhibitions relating to architecture and design. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

The exhibition explores the connection between sight and sound through scenes of New York City alongside portraits of jazz musicians. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026

At Luma, the exhibition was arranged over two floors, with an iron staircase between. — Caitlín Doherty, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026