Exhibited
ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪd
Definitions
2 meaningsTo present or display something for public view, or to show or demonstrate a quality or feeling.
ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪd
To present or display publicly.
The archaeological team exhibited their findings at the press conference.
💡 Simply: It's like showing off something cool! Imagine you have a new toy you want everyone to see. You exhibit it by putting it on display.
👶 For kids: To show something to people.
More Examples
She exhibited a remarkable talent for music at a young age.
The company exhibited strong growth this quarter.
How It's Used
"The museum exhibited the artist's latest paintings."
"The lawyer exhibited evidence to the court."
"The company exhibited its new product line at the trade show."
To show or demonstrate a quality, emotion, or behavior.
ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪd
To show or demonstrate a quality or feeling.
The child exhibited signs of improvement after the therapy.
💡 Simply: It's like when you show how you're feeling or what you're like. For example, if someone is always kind, they exhibit kindness.
👶 For kids: To show what you are like.
More Examples
The diplomat exhibited considerable tact during the negotiations.
The company exhibited resilience in the face of the economic downturn.
How It's Used
"He exhibited signs of anxiety."
"She exhibited great patience while waiting."
Synonyms & Antonyms
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From Latin *exhibēre* ('to hold out, present'), from *ex-* ('out') + *habēre* ('to have, hold').
Historically used in legal and scientific contexts to describe presenting evidence or displaying findings.
Memory tip
Think of a museum showing off its art—that's exhibiting.
Word Origin
"to hold out, present"