Exhibitionism: meaning, definitions and examples
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exhibitionism
[ หษksษชหbษชสษnษชzษm ]
psychology
The act of behaving in a way that draws attention to oneself, often in a sexual manner, in order to gain sexual gratification or arousal. Exhibitionism is considered a paraphilic disorder.
Synonyms
flashing, immodesty, indecent exposure.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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exhibitionism |
This word is used to describe a behavior where someone gains pleasure from showcasing themselves, often in a shocking or provocative manner. It usually has a broader meaning and can be used in both psychological and social contexts.
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indecent exposure |
Indecent exposure is a legal term describing the act of deliberately showing one's genitals in public, often with the intent to offend or shock others. It has a strictly negative connotation and can result in criminal charges.
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flashing |
Flashing refers specifically to the act of briefly revealing one's private parts to others without their consent, often in public settings. It generally has a negative connotation and is considered a form of indecent exposure.
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immodesty |
This term implies a lack of modesty, often in terms of dressing or behavior. It doesn't always carry a strongly negative connotation but suggests that someone is not adhering to social norms for decency.
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Examples of usage
- He was arrested for exhibitionism after repeatedly exposing himself in public.
- The exhibitionism of the performer shocked the audience.
general
The practice of deliberately behaving in a way that attracts attention to oneself, often in a showy or ostentatious manner.
Synonyms
flamboyance, ostentation, showiness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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exhibitionism |
Used to describe a behavior where someone acts in a way to attract attention, often in an exaggerated or inappropriate manner. Commonly used in psychological or social contexts.
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showiness |
Indicates a tendency to attract attention through flashy or excessively elaborate means. It often has a neutral to slightly negative connotation, depending on context.
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ostentation |
Describes a showy display of wealth or luxury, often used critically to suggest it's done to impress others. Typically, it has a negative connotation.
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flamboyance |
Refers to someone or something that is very confident, colorful, or flashy, often in a way that stands out. Typically used in positive or neutral contexts.
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Examples of usage
- His exhibitionism was evident in his flamboyant clothing and loud personality.
- The exhibitionism of the celebrity drew crowds wherever they went.
Translations
Translations of the word "exhibitionism" in other languages:
๐ต๐น exibicionismo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคฆเคฐเฅเคถเคจเคตเคพเคฆ
๐ฉ๐ช Exhibitionismus
๐ฎ๐ฉ eksibisionisme
๐บ๐ฆ ะตะบะทะธะฑัััะพะฝัะทะผ
๐ต๐ฑ ekshibicjonizm
๐ฏ๐ต ้ฒๅบ็
๐ซ๐ท exhibitionnisme
๐ช๐ธ exhibicionismo
๐น๐ท teลhircilik
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ ธ์ถ์ฆ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชุนุฑู
๐จ๐ฟ exhibicionismus
๐ธ๐ฐ exhibicionizmus
๐จ๐ณ ่ฃธ้ฒ็
๐ธ๐ฎ eksibicionizem
๐ฎ๐ธ sรฝningarรพrรก
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะบัะณะธะฑะธัะธะพะฝะธะทะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฅแกแแแแแชแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ eksibisionizm
๐ฒ๐ฝ exhibicionismo
Etymology
The word 'exhibitionism' originates from the Latin word 'exhibere' meaning 'to display'. In psychology, exhibitionism refers to a specific type of sexual disorder characterized by a compulsive need to expose oneself in inappropriate ways. The broader usage of the term refers to a more general behavior of seeking attention through showy or ostentatious actions.
See also: exhibit, exhibitable, exhibited, exhibition.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,626 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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