ex·hib·it
ig-ˈzi-bət 
exhibited; exhibiting; exhibits
1
: to submit (something, such as a document) to a court or officer in course of proceedings
also
: to present or offer officially or in legal form
2
: to present to view: such as
a
: to show or display outwardly especially by visible signs or actions
exhibited no fear
b
: to have as a readily discernible quality or feature
in all cultures we know, men exhibit an aesthetic sense—
H. J. Muller
H. J. Muller
c
: to show publicly especially for purposes of competition or demonstration
exhibit a collection of artifacts
: to display something for public inspection
1
: a document or material object produced and identified in court or before an examiner for use as evidence
2
: something exhibited
3
: an act or instance of exhibiting : exhibition
Synonyms
Examples of exhibit in a Sentence
Verb
They will be exhibiting a collection of paintings.
He proudly exhibited his trophy.
He first exhibited an interest in music when he was very young.
The patient exhibited signs of the disease.
Noun
The show includes dozens of interesting exhibits.
Have you seen the new photography exhibit?
introduced the weapons into evidence as exhibits A and B
Recent Examples on the WebNaledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2024
Share [Findings] African penguins were found to be the first non-primates whose speech exhibits both the Menzerath–Altmann Law and Zipf’s Law of Brevity.
—Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper's Magazine, 24 Apr. 2024
The sources also disclosed that, at this time, this is being treated as a medical incident and not a disciplinary matter, given the nature of the clear mental health challenges exhibited by the agent.
—Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2024
The evaluation process involved assessing all relevant companies within the global EdTech sector that exhibited above-average performance on financial metrics in their geographical region.
—Time Staff, TIME, 23 Apr. 2024
Additionally, it has been shown that people who take multivitamins also exhibit other healthy behaviors, such as eating a well-balanced diet, exercising, and not smoking.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2024
Gulfstream decided to exhibit this year for the first time because of the increase in business in Central Europe.
—Julie Boatman, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2024
From an early age, Lily exhibited signs of a musician and performer.
—Francesca Gariano, Peoplemag, 21 Apr. 2024
Her drawings, photos and conceptual art pieces were exhibited in galleries and museums around the world.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2024
Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2024
The 1966 building is now called the Exploration Center and features exhibits about history, geology, plants, wildlife and cultural heritage.
—Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2024
The Center for American Music will feature exhibits on Springsteen and showcase diverse topics and themes in American music, while the Archives will offer visitors the chance to listen to oral histories and interviews, watch rare film footage, and explore major moments in music history.
—Michele Amabile Angermiller, Variety, 25 Apr. 2024
Junior exhibit entries could be withdrawn, and winning bidders could choose to pick up live animals rather than slabs of meat.
—Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 23 Apr. 2024
In this instance, Karen reached beyond her exhibit fence to grab the keys of a staff member.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 23 Apr. 2024
The crisis has inspired a documentary and photography exhibit.
—Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2024
The multi-faceted exhibit, launched by the Naomi Judd estate in collaboration with Definitive Authentic and Mercy Community Healthcare, will feature rare and never-before-seen artifacts.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 16 Apr. 2024
The gala also marks the launch of the Costume Institute’s spring exhibit, Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, which opens to the public on May 10.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
Verb
Curator Andrew Bolton, the mastermind behind the Costume Institute exhibit each year, explained that this year's annual display includes both rare historical garments and corresponding contemporary fashions.
—Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2024
Share [Findings] African penguins were found to be the first non-primates whose speech exhibits both the Menzerath–Altmann Law and Zipf’s Law of Brevity.
—Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper's Magazine, 24 Apr. 2024
The sources also disclosed that, at this time, this is being treated as a medical incident and not a disciplinary matter, given the nature of the clear mental health challenges exhibited by the agent.
—Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2024
The evaluation process involved assessing all relevant companies within the global EdTech sector that exhibited above-average performance on financial metrics in their geographical region.
—Time Staff, TIME, 23 Apr. 2024
Additionally, it has been shown that people who take multivitamins also exhibit other healthy behaviors, such as eating a well-balanced diet, exercising, and not smoking.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2024
Gulfstream decided to exhibit this year for the first time because of the increase in business in Central Europe.
—Julie Boatman, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2024
From an early age, Lily exhibited signs of a musician and performer.
—Francesca Gariano, Peoplemag, 21 Apr. 2024
Her drawings, photos and conceptual art pieces were exhibited in galleries and museums around the world.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2024
Noun
The museum's exhibits are meant to convey four themes:
Remembrance: Historical events and people are documented, many of which have been left out of history books.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2024
The 1966 building is now called the Exploration Center and features exhibits about history, geology, plants, wildlife and cultural heritage.
—Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2024
The Center for American Music will feature exhibits on Springsteen and showcase diverse topics and themes in American music, while the Archives will offer visitors the chance to listen to oral histories and interviews, watch rare film footage, and explore major moments in music history.
—Michele Amabile Angermiller, Variety, 25 Apr. 2024
Junior exhibit entries could be withdrawn, and winning bidders could choose to pick up live animals rather than slabs of meat.
—Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 23 Apr. 2024
In this instance, Karen reached beyond her exhibit fence to grab the keys of a staff member.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 23 Apr. 2024
The crisis has inspired a documentary and photography exhibit.
—Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2024
The multi-faceted exhibit, launched by the Naomi Judd estate in collaboration with Definitive Authentic and Mercy Community Healthcare, will feature rare and never-before-seen artifacts.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 16 Apr. 2024
The gala also marks the launch of the Costume Institute’s spring exhibit, Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, which opens to the public on May 10.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
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exhibit
1 of 2 verb
ex·hib·it
ig-ˈzib-ət
1
: to show by outward signs : reveal
exhibit an interest in music
2
: to put on display
exhibit a collection of paintings
exhibit
2 of 2 noun1
: an article or a collection shown in an exhibition
2
: an article presented as evidence in a court of law
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