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 showy
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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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Recent Examples of flaunting
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
The singer appeared on BBC's Woman's Hour on Thursday, April 23, and talked about reclaiming her body and flaunting what she's got, even at 52.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Moments later, Glover’s attempt to read a quote from Apollo astronaut Jim Lovell gets interrupted by Reid flaunting his Canadian flag, while astronaut Christina (Sarah Sherman) floats on by, sleeping and snoring.
—William Vaillancourt, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2026
In a cultural moment when flaunting a designer bag feels tone-deaf, food provides perfect cover.
—Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
In a cultural moment when flaunting a designer bag feels tone-deaf, food provides perfect cover.
—Patrick Van Esch, The Conversation, 8 Apr. 2026
For the last few years he’s been uploading lush, fragmented swag rap to SoundCloud that’s as much about flaunting as getting in touch with his roots.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 8 Apr. 2026
One such account, run by a Village de Dieu gang leader known as Izo, produces colorful music videos flaunting the group’s military-style body armor and weapons alongside shoes and jewelry.
—Caitlin Stephen Hu, CNN Money, 6 Apr. 2026
Stella crossed the street and loitered outside the store window displaying haughty mannequins flaunting swagger coats.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
All the bedrooms can be found upstairs, including one that’s currently being used as an office and a primary suite flaunting dual dressing rooms and baths, plus a sauna clad in dark gray stone.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
The singer appeared on BBC's Woman's Hour on Thursday, April 23, and talked about reclaiming her body and flaunting what she's got, even at 52.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Moments later, Glover’s attempt to read a quote from Apollo astronaut Jim Lovell gets interrupted by Reid flaunting his Canadian flag, while astronaut Christina (Sarah Sherman) floats on by, sleeping and snoring.
—William Vaillancourt, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2026
In a cultural moment when flaunting a designer bag feels tone-deaf, food provides perfect cover.
—Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
In a cultural moment when flaunting a designer bag feels tone-deaf, food provides perfect cover.
—Patrick Van Esch, The Conversation, 8 Apr. 2026
For the last few years he’s been uploading lush, fragmented swag rap to SoundCloud that’s as much about flaunting as getting in touch with his roots.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 8 Apr. 2026
One such account, run by a Village de Dieu gang leader known as Izo, produces colorful music videos flaunting the group’s military-style body armor and weapons alongside shoes and jewelry.
—Caitlin Stephen Hu, CNN Money, 6 Apr. 2026
Stella crossed the street and loitered outside the store window displaying haughty mannequins flaunting swagger coats.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunting
Noun
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Still, Malaysian officials framed the display less as an art event than as an act of restitution.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
6 May 2026
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The centerpiece of the arena has been on display in Lititz, Pennsylvania, where a mockup of a soaring 90-foot tall, open-air structure was assembled ahead of the White House event.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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They are known for their sword-like leaves and showy flowers.—
Farima Ferguson,
The Spruce,
6 May 2026
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This category tends to include more foliage plants, but plants with showy flowers typically bloom best with at least two hours of sun exposure.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
5 May 2026
Verb
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Avoid displaying valuable items, including jewelry, in public.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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Banksy has been famous for displaying or erecting artwork in public spaces.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Weeks later, those plans remain as communities nationwide see demonstrations of their own.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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The event includes workshops and demonstrations and an impressive lineup of performers.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The former's post-apocalyptic cities were nicely sun-scorched and detailed, while the latter's gaudy anime pirates popped with vibrancy.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
29 Apr. 2026
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Both these cousins grow to a comparable size and shape about 15 to 20 feet tall and wide, and combine gaudy spring flowers with scarlet and crimson fall foliage.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Watches and Wonders ran like clockwork in April, with 65 exhibiting brands showing off their latest novelties to around 60,000 visitors in Geneva and nearly 1 billion online.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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The students were nominated by their teachers for exhibiting leadership skills and being a good role model to peers.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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While discussing the delicate tone of the show and its balance of being a satire on the Hollywood movie business and a love letter to chasing your dream, Cretton said the creative team focused on character to find their way.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
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The entire show can be seen on Billboard’s YouTube channel, below.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Not because of the roving packs of teenagers or even the garish displays of overconsumption, but because mall architecture was high art.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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Out front was a parked Jeep that had been decorated in garish camouflage and emblazoned with the grinning face of a man who went by Lawyer Don.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Flaunting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaunting. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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