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
Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
And while Kardashian and Barker had no problem flaunting their love, others, such as Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, didn't reveal details of their secret nuptials until years later.
—Grace Gavilanes, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Although this is billed as a perfect place to shy away from paparazzi, some guests can’t resist flaunting their lifestyles (and abs) on Instagram.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
When a female visits, the male throws objects into her line of sight while flaunting his colorful plumage.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
And, after extensive market research, Mattel execs deduced that this target audience liked the idea of oversized male heroes flaunting their power over other people.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 1 June 2026
The athletic department couldn’t offer the straight cash that power programs were flaunting, but this was not nothing.
—Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 14 May 2026
When Nepal banned more than two dozen social media platforms—partly in response to #nepokids, a viral hashtag calling out children of the political elite for flaunting luxury lifestyles—protesters circumvented the ban and organized on Discord, turning the platform into a de facto national assembly.
—Time Contributors, Time, 28 Apr. 2026
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
Verb
To see her teammates Jordan Woolery keep flaunting her flashy slash line and Taylor Tinsley sharpening her wicked arsenal of pitches.
—Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
And while Kardashian and Barker had no problem flaunting their love, others, such as Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, didn't reveal details of their secret nuptials until years later.
—Grace Gavilanes, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Although this is billed as a perfect place to shy away from paparazzi, some guests can’t resist flaunting their lifestyles (and abs) on Instagram.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
When a female visits, the male throws objects into her line of sight while flaunting his colorful plumage.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
And, after extensive market research, Mattel execs deduced that this target audience liked the idea of oversized male heroes flaunting their power over other people.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 1 June 2026
The athletic department couldn’t offer the straight cash that power programs were flaunting, but this was not nothing.
—Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 14 May 2026
When Nepal banned more than two dozen social media platforms—partly in response to #nepokids, a viral hashtag calling out children of the political elite for flaunting luxury lifestyles—protesters circumvented the ban and organized on Discord, turning the platform into a de facto national assembly.
—Time Contributors, Time, 28 Apr. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunting
Noun
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The passion that this tournament inspires has already been on display this month as international friendlies are played around the country as national teams tune up for the big show.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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The 700-foot-tall Paramount Miami Worldcenter will be lit up with two soccer displays courtesy of the Miami Host Committee and Telemundo.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Each composition, cut, and camera move is expressive and carefully selected, and the lighting by cinematographer Ellen Kuras is beautiful without feeling self-conscious or showy.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
10 June 2026
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But Raman — whose husband is veteran 30 Rock writer and producer Vali Chandrasekaran — has quietly subverted her showy target in a way befitting that series.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Judging Other Women More Harshly Than Men Research consistently shows that women leaders are often evaluated differently than men displaying identical behaviors.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Purchase archive-quality albums or frames for displaying them.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Protests are expected around the stadium throughout the day, including demonstrations by the teachers’ union and groups representing the families of missing persons.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Vertical Aerospace’s full-scale prototype is expected to accelerate flight testing, support piloted demonstrations and advance Vertical’s hybrid-electric aircraft programme.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Thanks to gaudy numbers, the South Carolina recruit rarely sees a lot of pitches to hit.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
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There’s no room, however, to elevate the presidency created by the revolution of 1776 into a gaudy cult of personality.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
Verb
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During the state’s last execution by nitrogen gas, 30 minutes elapsed between Anthony Boyd exhibiting signs of being impacted by the gas and state officials closing the curtain to the viewing room to signal the execution was complete.—
Kim Chandler,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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The title refers to one such, a set of paintings Wong worked on for years but held off from exhibiting until 1993, not wanting to play to stereotype.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The events include raffles, giveaways and a halftime show.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Be sure to check out Bee reporter Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado’s newcomer’s guide to Sacramento’s LGBTQ bars, churches, drag shows and more.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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Divine is a garish spectacle in all the best ways.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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While a Daiquiri is snappy, the Daisy de Santiago is garish.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
6 June 2026
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“Flaunting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaunting. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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