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
Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 3 Feb. 2026
International media seized on the time-free zone as a curiosity, and the town leaned into the branding, flaunting its freedom from the clock and inviting others to experience it.
—Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2025
Social media videos posted by the children of wealthy politicians and contractors flaunting their lavish lifestyles have added salt to the wounds of angry citizens, Arugay said.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
In the footage, McPhee Foster, 41, can be seen flaunting her en pointe skills as her husband David Foster plays piano in the background.
—Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025
The topmost level, meanwhile, holds a plush primary suite flaunting a private terrace, a showroom-style closet, and a backlit onyx bath.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Dec. 2025
Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry are flaunting their diplomatic skills.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 4 Dec. 2025
Several company owners, including Barnes, were pictured on their Facebook pages flaunting their wealth.
—Mary Spicuzza, jsonline.com, 21 Nov. 2025
The Cowboys were openly flaunting that law, and, in turn, disrespecting Virgil’s office.
—Literary Hub, 18 Nov. 2025
Verb
In fact, the illicit couple seemed to enjoy flaunting their fling.
—Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 3 Feb. 2026
International media seized on the time-free zone as a curiosity, and the town leaned into the branding, flaunting its freedom from the clock and inviting others to experience it.
—Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2025
Social media videos posted by the children of wealthy politicians and contractors flaunting their lavish lifestyles have added salt to the wounds of angry citizens, Arugay said.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
In the footage, McPhee Foster, 41, can be seen flaunting her en pointe skills as her husband David Foster plays piano in the background.
—Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025
The topmost level, meanwhile, holds a plush primary suite flaunting a private terrace, a showroom-style closet, and a backlit onyx bath.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Dec. 2025
Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry are flaunting their diplomatic skills.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 4 Dec. 2025
Several company owners, including Barnes, were pictured on their Facebook pages flaunting their wealth.
—Mary Spicuzza, jsonline.com, 21 Nov. 2025
The Cowboys were openly flaunting that law, and, in turn, disrespecting Virgil’s office.
—Literary Hub, 18 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunting
Noun
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The updates mark Google’s push toward an agentic web, where browsers do more than display pages and instead help users get things done faster.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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The simple-looking 'speedometer' is actually a touchscreen that can show GPS and a variety of displays for speed, RPM, fuel, music, and more.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Ralph Reed reminded me that, for Faith & Freedom and many similar conservative organizations, there are no showy national rallies.—
Charles Duhigg,
New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2026
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The service The service is fantastic, but never over the top or showy.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In Springfield, Missouri, more than 100 students gathered outside Kickapoo High School with anti-ICE signs, some proudly displaying a Mexican flag.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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Damian Kevitt spent Saturday afternoon on a 10-mile bike ride with hundreds of other cyclists, a sticker displaying Alex Pretti’s photo stuck to his jersey.—
Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The demonstrations began in late December in response to the collapsing value of the national currency -- the rial -- before morphing into a wider anti-regime movement which drew backing from dissidents abroad and Western governments.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Travelers are also advised to avoid any protests, as the demonstrations can draw scrutiny from Pakistani security forces.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The numbers haven't been as gaudy in the playoffs, but Maye has been a difference-maker with timely plays, including a 6-yard touchdown run and a 28-yard scramble that led to a field goal against the Broncos.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
26 Jan. 2026
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As baseball has evolved starting pitchers have seen their usage rate drop, meaning nobody is ever going to post the gaudy totals seen throughout the 20th century.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
Verb
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My disappointment in Vigil came down to the waste of a perfect setup for exhibiting the worldly redemption of art—that is, its power to redeem us from insensitivity and self-satisfaction.—
Julius Taranto,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2026
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More than 125 international brands across lingerie, swim, athleisure and accessories will be exhibiting fall 2026 collections.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Paris Couture Week, which the American designer’s Monday morning show kicked off, is for fantasy.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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The company confirmed to Vogue Business that Saks Global will have representation during fashion month to attend shows and place buys.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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It was known that her mother sewed her sequin-heavy competition dresses, and the outfits were viewed as garish, especially when compared to Kerrigan’s understated ensembles—designed by Vera Wang, no less.—
Natasha O'Neill,
Vanity Fair,
26 Jan. 2026
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There’s also a kind of garish showiness that the Academy isn’t immune to.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
22 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Flaunting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaunting. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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