Displayed: meaning, definitions and examples
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displayed
[ dɪˈspleɪd ]
being shown or presented
Displayed means being shown or presented in a visible manner. It can refer to something being exhibited, demonstrated, or showcased to an audience.
Synonyms
exhibited, presented, showcased.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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displayed |
Use 'displayed' when referring to items that have been set up for viewing in a straightforward manner, such as in a store or on a screen.
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exhibited |
Use 'exhibited' for showings that are usually part of a formal or organized event, often in an art gallery or similar venue.
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presented |
Use 'presented' when introducing or giving something in a formal or ceremonial manner.
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showcased |
Use 'showcased' for highlighting or promoting the best features of something in an appealing way, often used in marketing or special events.
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Examples of usage
- The artist displayed her paintings at the gallery.
- The information was displayed on the screen for everyone to see.
- The products were prominently displayed in the store window.
past tense of display
Displayed is the past tense form of the verb display. It means to show, exhibit, or present something in a visible manner.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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displayed |
Used when something is put in a place where it can be seen by many people, typically in a structured or organized manner.
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exhibited |
Often used in a formal or professional setting to describe putting something on public view, especially in art galleries or exhibitions.
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showed |
Commonly used in everyday language to describe making something visible to someone else. It is less formal than 'displayed' or 'exhibited'.
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presented |
Used when something is shown or offered formally, such as in meetings, shows, or official contexts.
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Examples of usage
- She displayed her collection of stamps at the exhibition.
- The museum displayed artifacts from ancient civilizations.
- He proudly displayed his trophy on the mantelpiece.
Translations
Translations of the word "displayed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 exibido
🇮🇳 प्रदर्शित
🇩🇪 angezeigt
🇮🇩 ditampilkan
🇺🇦 показаний
🇵🇱 wyświetlany
🇯🇵 表示された
🇫🇷 affiché
🇪🇸 mostrado
🇹🇷 gösterilen
🇰🇷 표시된
🇸🇦 معروض
🇨🇿 zobrazený
🇸🇰 zobrazený
🇨🇳 显示的
🇸🇮 prikazan
🇮🇸 sýndur
🇰🇿 көрсетілген
🇬🇪 გამოჩენილი
🇦🇿 göstərilən
🇲🇽 mostrado
Etymology
The word 'displayed' originated from the Middle English word 'displayen', which came from Old French 'despleier', meaning 'unfold, spread out'. The use of 'displayed' in English dates back to the 14th century.
See also: display, displayable, displaying, displays.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #3,511, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.
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- 3512 deeper
- 3513 abundant
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