display synonyms

display

n.

  1. Pretentious show

    affectation, pretension, pedantry; see ostentation 2, vanity 1.

  2. A show

    exhibition, exhibit, presentation, representation, exposition, arrangement, demonstration, performance, revelation, procession, parade, pageant, spectacle, exposure, array, example, appearance, waxworks, fireworks, tinsel, carnival, fair, bravura, frippery, pomp, splendor, unfolding, manifestation, image, turnout, splash*, splurge*, chamber of horrors*; see also show 1, 2.

  3. Matter presented to encourage sale

    sample, layout, spread; see advertisement 2.

display

v.

  1. To present for effect

    show off, exhibit, expose, uncover, open up, unfold, spread out, parade, manifest, unmask, present, represent, perform, flaunt, lay out, put out, set out, demonstrate, evidence, air, evince, disclose, visualize, unveil, arrange, lay bare, bring to view, make clear, reveal, impart, make known, promulgate, showcase; see also expose 1.

    Antonyms hide*, conceal*, veil. *

  2. To advertise

    illustrate, promote, publicize; see advertise 1, 2. See syn. study at show.

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