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display

display

196 2.2
An open showing of a feeling, quality, or knowledge
  • noun
  • /dɪˈspleɪ/
translation icon : demostración
  • Never in my 30 years of managing this camp have I seen such a raucous display.
  • a public display
  • displays of affection
  • an emotional display

But just full display, full Peacock of black excellence.

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Examples

  • The athletic contests and other display activities are designed to direct public attention.

    Academic text (2008)
  • That's going in the front display, and it's your job to sell it.

  • Like who we put up on display says a lot about who we are.

  • Show is my brain and my attitude on display and how I see the world.

  • You you saw my anxiety on full display in that video, boy.

  • Now, a brilliant display doesn't mean much without great sound.

  • What an amazing display of punching technique.

  • The Church, as a whole, felt strengthened by these massive displays of affection and loyalty.

    Academic text (1990)
  • But in a rare display of emotion, the president alluded to a major change in U.S. foreign policy when he stated that America will no longer tolerate any terrorist government.

  • The artist's latest work was a stunning display of color and creativity at the gallery.

Synonyms

show
vsdisplay
829 5.3

An act to impress others that hides true feelings

is more neutral, it means openly making feelings, qualities, or knowledge known
demonstration
vsdisplay
172 2.7

An act of showing how something works to people

is broader, covers openly making feelings, qualities, or knowledge visible
pointing out
vsdisplay
96 2.2

An act of drawing attention to something by showing or saying it

is broader, includes openly making things known to attract or inform others
exposure
vsdisplay
88 3.9

Making a secret or hidden thing known to people

is broader, it can involve openly making things visible instead of uncovering secrets
exhibition
vsdisplay
66 3.2

A public show of skill or ability, often in a performance

is the general act of openly making qualities or knowledge known
manifestation
vsdisplay
  • UK
11 6.3

A public gathering where people show their views about a cause

is broader, applies to individual open expressions beyond group causes
showing
vsdisplay
4 2.5

An exhibition of art or objects for people to see

is used more widely to attract attention or communicate meaning openly
presentment
vsdisplay
  • Archaic
1 8.5

A way of showing something to people, often in a dramatic way

is broader, involves openly making qualities or feelings known to others
revealment
vsdisplay
6.7

Making something hidden become known

is different, it focuses on open communication rather than uncovering secrets

Antonyms

57 6.1

Stopping people from expressing opinions or practising traditions by force

3 6.8

Something that covers a person or object to hide it from view

Compounds

12 2.4

A glass cabinet with clear sides that shows and protects things like jewelry or small objects

A screen that shows text, photos, or moving pictures

A large front shop window that shows goods to attract customers

An electronic screen that shows numbers or letters

1 3.7

A thin flat electronic screen like on watches, phones, and TVs that shows pictures

A screen that shows pictures and text from a computer

A board that shows information or holds items for people to see

A flat screen or board that shows information in public places

flat panel display
  • Specialized
1 3.9

A thin, flat screen for computers and televisions

display adapter
  • Specialized
4.4

A computer part that changes data into signals the screen uses to show pictures

7.7

A screen divided into top and bottom halves that update at the same time to work faster

alphanumeric display
  • Specialized
4.2

A screen that shows letters and numbers

A bright, strong show of color or feeling

A changing show of bright colors and patterns

A show of fireworks that lights up the sky

7.4

A screen used in old LCDs where rows and columns of wires control tiny dots and give lower picture quality

A screen like a computer monitor that shows images and text

How Clearly

demonstration
172 2.7
display
196 2.2
showing
4 2.5
to hint
136 2.0

Surface Forms

display singular
displays plural

Etymology

Display comes from an old idea of 'unfolding' to make something visible, with parts like dis- 'un-' and ply 'fold'. So when someone openly shows a feeling or skill, they are 'unfolding' it for others to see, which is why we call that a display.