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Exhibitionist (Noun)

Meaning 1

Someone with a compulsive desire to expose the genitals.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The police officer had dealt with her fair share of exhibitionists on the subway, but this one was particularly brazen.
  • His compulsive need to expose himself in public had led to multiple arrests and a required psychiatric evaluation.
  • Exhibitionists like him made women feel uneasy and even frightened on public transportation.
  • In many states, exhibitionism is considered a serious sex offense, requiring the perpetrator to register as a sex offender.
  • Treatment options for exhibitionists typically include behavioral therapy to address the underlying issues driving the compulsive behavior.

Synonyms

  • Flasher

Related Words

  • Exhibitionistic (adjective)
  • Exhibitionism (noun)

Meaning 2

Someone who deliberately behaves in such a way as to attract attention.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • He was a notorious exhibitionist known for performing outrageous stunts in public.
  • The singer's provocative dance moves and revealing outfits made her an unapologetic exhibitionist.
  • After her fame fizzled out, she made a scene on reality TV just to prove she was still an attention-grabbing exhibitionist.
  • Her racy tweets raised questions about her motivations, labeling her as just an attention-seeking exhibitionist.
  • Some social media influencers are exhibitionists at heart, posting provocative content solely for public reaction and engagement.

Synonyms

  • Show-off

Hypernyms

  • Egoist
  • Swellhead

Hyponyms

  • Hot Dog
  • Poser

Related Words

  • Exhibitionism (noun)
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