as in display
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
at first, her flaunting of her affection for her boyfriend was funny, but after a while it became tiresome
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as in displaying
to present so as to invite notice or attention
she playfully flaunted her engagement ring in all of her coworkers' faces
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as in showy
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Recent Examples of flaunting
Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
The British actress stars in the soft-focus footage inspired by infomercials, playing a spokesperson flaunting the merits of the new design by Dior creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, which made its debut in the spring 2025 ready-to-wear show.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 13 Mar. 2025
The overall look was sort of old-school sanatorium, slightly updated but with zero indulgence to luxury—definitely not a place for flaunting Birkins.
—Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025
Advertisement When Rick and Chelsea first got off the boat in Episode 1, viewers may have assumed this was a typical May-December romance, with Chelsea sponging off Rick's riches and Rick flaunting a young girlfriend.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 9 Mar. 2025
Oprah’s and Whoopi’s misadventure — flaunting their wealth and fame, using both as racial intimidation — tells of more than just rogue celebrity.
—Armond White, National Review, 7 Mar. 2025
The model and actress can also be seen lounging on a zebra skin, straddling a black marble panther, and flaunting dramatic pagoda shoulders in a red pantsuit that nearly matches her lipstick.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025
In addition to a primary suite flaunting a covered balcony, there’s also a library/office and a soundproof music studio that doubles as a screening room.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2025
The content creators then made videos flaunting the machines on social media.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 12 Feb. 2025
Adjective
And what about Musk flaunting his son Lil X at the Oval Office?
—Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
The British actress stars in the soft-focus footage inspired by infomercials, playing a spokesperson flaunting the merits of the new design by Dior creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, which made its debut in the spring 2025 ready-to-wear show.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 13 Mar. 2025
The overall look was sort of old-school sanatorium, slightly updated but with zero indulgence to luxury—definitely not a place for flaunting Birkins.
—Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025
Advertisement When Rick and Chelsea first got off the boat in Episode 1, viewers may have assumed this was a typical May-December romance, with Chelsea sponging off Rick's riches and Rick flaunting a young girlfriend.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 9 Mar. 2025
Oprah’s and Whoopi’s misadventure — flaunting their wealth and fame, using both as racial intimidation — tells of more than just rogue celebrity.
—Armond White, National Review, 7 Mar. 2025
The model and actress can also be seen lounging on a zebra skin, straddling a black marble panther, and flaunting dramatic pagoda shoulders in a red pantsuit that nearly matches her lipstick.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025
In addition to a primary suite flaunting a covered balcony, there’s also a library/office and a soundproof music studio that doubles as a screening room.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2025
The content creators then made videos flaunting the machines on social media.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 12 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunting
Noun
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Rooms are decorated like a movie set, with arrows lining the floors directing customers through a maze of product displays, guiding them to cover more ground and showcasing how the products would look in their own homes.—
Sanjay Ghare,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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These storefronts only have a select few display vehicles onsite and are a marketing tool for brands to have a presence in high traffic areas.—
Stuart Dyos,
The Tennessean,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The late-season fruits are incredibly showy, arranged in dense clusters circling the stems.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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Zinnias also attract butterflies with its showy flowers.—
Clarence Schmidt,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 July 2025
Noun
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The desire to join law enforcement has not been the same since a summer of demonstrations in the wake of George Floyd’s death in 2020, which was preceded by the Ferguson unrest years earlier.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
4 Aug. 2025
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Learn how cacao is grown in the rainforest, watch live demonstrations of the chocolate-making process, and (of course) sample plenty of sweet treats along the way.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Highlights include a gallery exhibiting student artwork — photography, drawing, painting, 3D artwork and ceramics — along with performances by Mariachi bands, Ballet Folklórico dancers and student musicians and dancers.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Mar. 2025
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While initial claims are above the lows, the level is not exhibiting a strong uptrend or at a level consistent with economic woes.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The panel depicts two moments in the life of St. Denis—his final communion in prison and his martyrdom by beheading—unfolding underneath a gaudy crucifixion beaming with seraphim.—
Jon Raymond
August 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Aug. 2025
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Much of the drama of the long regular season was figuring out how Towns would fit next to Brunson as the statement diamond in a seemingly gaudy ring whose outer setting included the accents Josh Hart, O. G. Anunoby, and—another newcomer—Mikal Bridges.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
Noun
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About 75 minutes into the show, the couple opened up about this unique aspect of their relationship.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Watch it here: Stream your favorite shows, the biggest blockbusters and more.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Guys weren't expecting to have to do another rebuild this year and their frustration is really showing after the trade a week before training camp has left the team, again, with some odd fitting parts that have to be fitted together on the fly.—
John Hollinger,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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The survey results reiterated prior consumer polls showing the importance of various options.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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While a Daiquiri is snappy, the Daisy de Santiago is garish.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
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Here, as elsewhere, the president is taking an existing elite failing to its garish extreme.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2025
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“Flaunting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaunting. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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