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
Richard Kestenbaum, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Baguette Diamonds Will Smith was seen this week on Instagram flaunting a new Jacob & Co.
—Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
Finally, attracting attention by flaunting valuable possessions may not be prudent, depending on the value of the piece and your travel destination.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Five en suite bedrooms include a posh primary retreat flaunting a fireplace, a private patio, and a luxe bath equipped with dual vanities, a vintage clawfoot soaking tub, and a roomy freestanding shower.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
When the global recession hit in 2008, a show that started off flaunting immense wealth suddenly had to grapple with the reality that some of its cast might be falling out of the one percent.
—Louis Staples, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2024
Envisioned by Diesel creative director Glenn Martens and Rihanna, the campaign depicts a cast of real Italian characters on Tuscan beaches, flaunting body acceptance and freedom.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2024
Eklund and his family also will be privy to plenty of amenities, including a 24-hour doorman, a landscaped courtyard flaunting a cascading waterfall, a fitness center, a lounge, a rooftop terrace with an outdoor kitchen, and ground-floor retail space.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2024
But, before that all unfolded, Leo, 30, was trying to impress Hannah — seemingly by emphasizing — and at times, flaunting — his art dealer job and financial status.
—Joelle Goldstein, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
Verb
The experience of inflation has created a great economic anxiety and flaunting expensive products during a time like that is not considered a cool thing to do.
—Richard Kestenbaum, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Baguette Diamonds Will Smith was seen this week on Instagram flaunting a new Jacob & Co.
—Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
Finally, attracting attention by flaunting valuable possessions may not be prudent, depending on the value of the piece and your travel destination.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Five en suite bedrooms include a posh primary retreat flaunting a fireplace, a private patio, and a luxe bath equipped with dual vanities, a vintage clawfoot soaking tub, and a roomy freestanding shower.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
When the global recession hit in 2008, a show that started off flaunting immense wealth suddenly had to grapple with the reality that some of its cast might be falling out of the one percent.
—Louis Staples, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2024
Envisioned by Diesel creative director Glenn Martens and Rihanna, the campaign depicts a cast of real Italian characters on Tuscan beaches, flaunting body acceptance and freedom.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2024
Eklund and his family also will be privy to plenty of amenities, including a 24-hour doorman, a landscaped courtyard flaunting a cascading waterfall, a fitness center, a lounge, a rooftop terrace with an outdoor kitchen, and ground-floor retail space.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2024
But, before that all unfolded, Leo, 30, was trying to impress Hannah — seemingly by emphasizing — and at times, flaunting — his art dealer job and financial status.
—Joelle Goldstein, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunting
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The over-the-top neighborhood display inspired the 2023 Amazon Prime Video filmCandy Cane Lane, starring Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross as Chris and Carol Carver.Megan Stein, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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There's even a version of the mount for Mac displays.Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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In May of that year Musk revealed his Crew Dragon spacecraft to the world with a characteristically showy event at the company’s headquarters in Hawthorne.Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 24 Sep. 2024
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The movie is not visually showy, but that’s part of its appeal.Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 7 Sep. 2024
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Rug-weaving demonstrations allow visitors to see the skill and patience required.Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 1 Jan. 2025
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And once the nursery closes, the Rancho intends to preserve the demonstration gardens and straw and adobe buildings as the headquarters for its nature preserve.Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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They were hidden from Eliza by a palm made gaudy with orchids.Lauren Groff, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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The series became famous for being a relic of the eighties thanks to its rock anthems, gaudy clothing and karate falling out of fashion.Caroline Reid, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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But these appointments in public office are not just women exhibiting power.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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The brash podcast even hosted presidential candidates exhibiting its influence and cultural relevance, according to YouTube.Pueng Vongs, The Mercury News, 19 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Set ten years after Fallout 4, the show explores the wasteland of Los Angeles.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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The show starts in the 1960s, with the abduction and murder of Jean McConville, a single mother taken away by the IRA in front of her children.Maelle Beauget-Uhl, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Instead it’s been turned into a pantomime with outlandishly garish costumes.Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
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Her public identity was forged in the era of velour sweats and garish trucker hats.Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
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That includes a Christmas Day showing on ABC.Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
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Nurses and doctors are especially vulnerable, with reports showing that 91% of emergency doctors and 25% of nurses have been victims of workplace violence.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Flaunting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaunting. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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