Word
exhibit
Phoneticsex·hib·it, stress on the second syllable
US/ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/
UK/ɛɡzˈɪbɪt/
Definitions
01to display in public
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. to show something for people to see, especially in a museum or a competition.
v. to display an object or collection for public inspection, typically in a gallery, museum, or trade show.
Español:exhibir
“Several local artists will exhibit their paintings at the town hall this weekend.”
“The museum plans to exhibit the recently discovered Roman coins in a climate-controlled glass case near the main entrance.”
Usage
Often used in the passive voice when referring to museum collections.
02to show a quality
B2 · Upper Intermediate Academic
v. to show a particular feeling, quality, or sign of something.
v. to manifest or demonstrate a specific characteristic, emotion, or physical symptom.
Español:exponer
“The patient began to exhibit signs of a fever late last night.”
“The research subjects did not exhibit any significant behavioral changes after the first phase of the clinical trial.”
Usage
Common in academic, medical, and psychological contexts.
Synonyms
03an item on display
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. an object or a collection of objects that is shown in an exhibition.
n. an item or group of items presented in a public display, such as a museum gallery.
“The most popular exhibit in the museum is the giant dinosaur skeleton.”
“Visitors are requested not to touch the fragile textiles featured in the temporary exhibit on ancient weaving techniques.”
04legal evidence
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Law Formal · Technical
n. an object or document shown in a court of law to prove something.
n. a document or physical object formally introduced as evidence during a court trial or a legal deposition.
“The lawyer showed the jury Exhibit A, which was a photograph of the car.”
“The prosecution entered the blood-stained clothing into the record as Exhibit B to establish the defendant's presence at the scene.”
Usage
Usually followed by a letter or number to identify the specific piece of evidence.
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “exhibit” in context.
Verb
01. exhibit behaviour
“Children may exhibit aggressive behaviour when they are feeling frustrated.”
verb + noun
02. exhibit characteristic
“The new species was found to exhibit characteristics common to both birds and reptiles.”
verb + noun
03. exhibit degree
“All participants in the study exhibit some degree of improvement after the treatment.”
verb + noun
04. exhibit level
“Students who exhibit a high level of commitment usually achieve better grades.”
verb + noun
05. exhibit pattern
“The stock market tends to exhibit a predictable pattern during this time of year.”
verb + noun
06. exhibit property
“Certain metals exhibit the property of magnetism when cooled to low temperatures.”
verb + noun
07. exhibit quality
“A good leader must exhibit qualities such as empathy and decisiveness.”
verb + noun
08. exhibit range
“The paintings in the gallery exhibit a wide range of artistic styles.”
verb + noun
09. exhibit relationship
“The two variables exhibit a strong relationship in the final data set.”
verb + noun
10. exhibit structure
“The crystals exhibit a complex structure when viewed under a microscope.”
verb + noun
11. exhibit symptom
“Patients who exhibit symptoms of the virus should remain in isolation.”
verb + noun
Noun
12. group exhibit
“The museum is hosting a group exhibit featuring local contemporary artists.”
noun + noun
Real-World Examples
“Photograph: Marion Wulz/Archivi Alinari-Archivio Studio Wulz, Florence In 1932, Wanda exhibited six works, including I + Cat in the National Exhibition of Futurist Photography .” “He has advised these organizations on fossil collections and educational exhibits.” Etymology
From Latin exhibitus, perfect passive participle of exhibeō (“to hold forth, present, show, display”), from ex (“out of, from”) + habeō (“to have, hold”); see habit.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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NOUN
Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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