verb

exhibit

/ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/ · say it: ig·ZIB·it

a document or object produced as evidence in court

In Law & Justice

In more detail

1. (verb) to show or display something publicly

2. (noun) a collection of things displayed publicly, such as in a museum or gallery

Examples

1. The museum will exhibit rare paintings from around the world.
2. We visited an exhibit of ancient Roman sculptures.

How to use exhibit

As a verb, 'exhibit' means to display something, often in a formal or public setting such as a museum or gallery, and can also mean to show or reveal a quality or behavior. As a noun, it refers to the displayed items themselves or the collection on show. It is more formal than 'show' and commonly used in cultural and professional contexts.

Common phrases

exhibit at a museum
exhibit artwork
on exhibit
traveling exhibit
exhibit a sign of
exhibit behavior

Synonyms

display · show · present · showcase · demonstrate

Opposites

conceal · hide

Word family

exhibition · exhibitor · exhibiting

A common mistake

Learners sometimes confuse 'exhibit' with 'exert' or fail to distinguish between the noun form (the thing displayed) and the verb (the act of displaying).

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