flaunt

verb

ˈflȯnt How to pronounce flaunt (audio)
Definition of flauntnext
as in to display
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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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 And here in the Lehigh Valley, as nationally, the party’s chances of regaining the Houses may rest in the callused hands of candidates like Brooks, who are flaunting their blue-collar bona fides in hopes of winning back lower- and middle-income voters who drifted to Trump in droves. —Julia Terruso, Time, 23 Feb. 2026 The brand has all the essentials to flaunt your natural texture with pride—shampoos, creams, conditioners, masks, treatments, and a styling gloss. —Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026 That is not to say Al-Rashid is at all into showing off or flaunting his wealth. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026 But most just looked like fashionable music fans, flaunting boots and baggy denim while taking selfies. —Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flaunt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunt
  1. display
  2. show
  3. exhibit
  4. unveil
  5. expose
  6. flash
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  • The Manus logo is displayed on a smartphone screen, with the Meta logo visible in the background.
    — Dylan Butts, CNBC, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Considered a national hero for Finns, his trophies are displayed in a glass cabinet.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Definition of display
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  • The National Weather Service forecast for a point near Loveland Pass — at an elevation of 11,020 feet — shows overnight lows are not expected to drop below freezing until Sunday night.
    — Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Security footage widely shared online shows a man wearing a black beanie, sunglasses, a green tank top and brown shorts approaching Moo Deng and her mother, Jona, while holding a tablet, apparently recording or taking photos.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Mar. 2026
Definition of show
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  • Public art callout The Town of Los Gatos is calling on local artists and organizations to exhibit their work in the town council chambers, which has the space to show about 20 pieces of 2D artwork, and the library, which can show small 3D objects that are up to 7 inches tall.
    — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Bernard not only exhibits extraordinary talent and impeccable techniques but also possesses a profound artistic vision that sets him apart.
    — Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Definition of exhibit
Verb
  • As Kasevich rolled into second base with his first double on Friday, the infielder unveiled a calm smile while taking off his batting gloves.
    — Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
  • Linmon Media arrived at the market with a dedicated microdrama division built on the back of 11 titles in 2025 – 80% of which ranked in the top three in Thai and Indonesian markets – and unveiled a new vertical-format lineup tailored for broader Asian audiences.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Definition of unveil
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  • However, the Guthrie case has exposed a wound far deeper than one family’s nightmare.
    — Neal K. Shah, Boston Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
  • That exposed them to potential deportation amid the administration's wider crackdown on immigration.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 17 Mar. 2026
Definition of expose
Verb
  • The film’s attempt at neo-noir grit has the same effect as seeing private school kids flashing gang signs.
    — Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
  • An hour goes by, and then, through a slit in the curtains, Miley Cyrus flashes a smile and tips her oversize black sunglasses.
    — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Definition of flash

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“Flaunt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaunt. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.

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