exhibitionist
Exhibitionist (noun) means someone who deliberately behaves in an attention-seeking or showy way. Example: “He's a bit of an exhibitionist, always looking to steal the spotlight.”
How to use exhibitionist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who shows off or deliberately draws attention to themselves.
The sexual sense is a clinical/legal term; the attention-seeking sense is used casually in everyday speech.
Word forms
more exhibitionist comparative, exhibitionists plural, most exhibitionist superlative
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He's a bit of an _____, always looking to steal the spotlight.
Etymology
From "exhibition" plus the "-ist" ending, meaning "one who does."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “exhibitionist” mean?
The word “exhibitionist” means someone who deliberately behaves in an attention-seeking or showy way. In plain terms, someone who shows off or deliberately draws attention to themselves.
How do you pronounce “exhibitionist”?
“Exhibitionist” is pronounced ehk-sih-BIH-shuh-nihst (/ɛksɪˈbɪʃənɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “exhibitionist” in a sentence?
Here is “exhibitionist” used in a sentence: “He's a bit of an exhibitionist, always looking to steal the spotlight.”
What part of speech is “exhibitionist”?
“Exhibitionist” is a noun.
How many meanings does “exhibitionist” have?
“Exhibitionist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who deliberately behaves in an attention-seeking or showy way.
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