Synonyms for display

noun

1. Pretentious show

   affectation, pretension, pedantry; see ostentation 2, vanity 1.

2. A show

   exhibition, exhibit, presentation, representation, exposition, arrangement, demonstration, performance, revelation, procession, parade, pageant, spectacle, exposure, array, example, appearance, waxworks, fireworks, tinsel, carnival, fair, bravura, frippery, pomp, splendor, unfolding, manifestation, image, turnout, splash*, splurge*, chamber of horrors*; see also show 1, 2.

3. Matter presented to encourage sale

   sample, layout, spread; see advertisement 2.

verb

1. To present for effect

   show off, exhibit, expose, uncover, open up, unfold, spread out, parade, manifest, unmask, present, represent, perform, flaunt, lay out, put out, set out, demonstrate, evidence, air, evince, disclose, visualize, unveil, arrange, lay bare, bring to view, make clear, reveal, impart, make known, promulgate, showcase; see also expose 1.

   Antonyms hide*, conceal, veil.

2. To advertise

   illustrate, promote, publicize; see advertise 1, 2. See syn. study at show.