exhibition

[ˌɛksɪˈbɪʃən]

exhibition Definition

a public display of works of art or items of interest, held in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair.

Using exhibition: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exhibition" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The exhibition features works by contemporary artists.

  • Example

    The museum is hosting an exhibition of ancient artifacts.

  • Example

    The trade fair is an annual exhibition of new products and technologies.

exhibition Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for exhibition

Idioms Using exhibition

  • to behave in a way that attracts attention and causes embarrassment

    Example

    He made an exhibition of himself at the party by getting drunk and dancing on the table.

  • an exhibition game/match

    a game or match played for entertainment or practice rather than as part of a competition

    Example

    The team played an exhibition game against a local college team.

  • driving a vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent

    Example

    He was pulled over for an exhibition of speed on the highway.

Phrases with exhibition

  • an exhibition featuring the works of a single artist

    Example

    The artist's solo exhibition was a great success.

  • an exhibition featuring the works of multiple artists

    Example

    The gallery is hosting a group exhibition of local artists.

  • an exhibition that travels to different locations

    Example

    The museum's traveling exhibition on ancient civilizations will be visiting several cities.

Origins of exhibition

from Latin 'exhibitio', meaning 'showing forth'

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Summary: exhibition in Brief

An 'exhibition' [ˌɛksɪˈbɪʃən] is a public display of works of art or items of interest, often held in an art gallery, museum, or trade fair. It can feature a single artist or multiple artists, such as a 'solo exhibition' or 'group exhibition.' 'Exhibition' can also refer to idioms like 'make an exhibition of oneself,' meaning to behave in a way that attracts attention and causes embarrassment.

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