Definition of flauntnext

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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 Upstairs, the primary suite flaunts a projector, large walk-in closets, and a skylit bath spotlighted by a huge oval soaking tub. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2026 Who’s flaunting their skeletal frame and who hides a bit behind a couture wall of feathers? Marti Noxon, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026 Whether on vacation or at home, these stars had no issue flaunting their fit figures for all to see. Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026 Users flaunt classic French tips year-round, channeling Princess Diana. Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flaunt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunt
Verb
  • At home, the Tigers have a setup in their cage, displaying moves from starters and relievers on a screen, allowing players to practice reads and jumps.
    Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The term seems to imply a mastery of all the resources of a form, displayed in a surprising context without self-conscious artfulness.
    Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The data set shows the Hong Kong chief executive is the second-highest earner ​globally with $719,000 annually, followed by the Swiss president at $606,000.
    Reuters, NBC news, 9 Sep. 2026
  • As polls show the public increasingly favoring guardrails for AI safety — and opposing data center buildouts — the White House is likely to face still more calls for an explanation of why a more transparent framework is not possible.
    Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 9 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Lévêque was once a prominent figure of the French and European art scene, known for his neon sculptures, which have been exhibited in major global institutions, including the Louvre and the Elysée Palace—the residence of French presidents.
    Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Research shows AIs exhibit tendencies to seek power, acquire resources and avoid being shut down.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The statue will be unveiled April 9 before the Lakers' home game against Minnesota.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Qualcomm shares had unveiled a data center infrastructure partnership with Amazon Web Services, with the company helping to build out AWS' AI infrastructure, specifically focused on inference.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Some mathematicians have already questioned whether using coding tools from AI companies could expose their research to future model development.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2026
  • The return of serve is where the shot is often most exposed in the modern game, and Tsitsipas didn’t force a single break point all match.
    Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Finally, after flashing his union card and ID, a sympathetic cop lets him in.
    Jeff Goodell, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026
  • But that’s not the only metric flashing a warning about America’s debt burden.
    David Goldman, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2026

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“Flaunt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaunt. Accessed 12 Sep. 2026.

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