Exhibition

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /ˌɛksɪˈbɪʃən/

Definitions of exhibition

noun a public display of works of art or items of interest

Example Sentences

A1 I went to an exhibition of paintings.

A2 The exhibition featured works by local artists.

B1 The museum is hosting an exhibition on ancient civilizations.

B2 Visitors were impressed by the interactive exhibits at the science exhibition.

C1 The art exhibition showcased a diverse range of styles and techniques.

C2 The retrospective exhibition highlighted the artist's evolution over the years.

adjective used to describe something related to an exhibition, such as an exhibition hall

Example Sentences

A1 The exhibition room was filled with colorful paintings.

A2 She bought a souvenir from the exhibition gift shop.

B1 The exhibition display was well-organized and informative.

B2 The exhibition catalog provided detailed information about each artwork.

C1 The exhibition curator gave a fascinating talk about the artist's life.

C2 The exhibition opening was attended by art critics and collectors.

Examples of exhibition in a Sentence

formal The museum is hosting an exhibition featuring works by renowned artists.

informal I heard there's a cool art exhibition happening downtown.

slang Let's check out that art exhibition, it's supposed to be lit.

figurative The exhibition of talent at the music competition was truly impressive.

Grammatical Forms of exhibition

past tense

exhibited

plural

exhibitions

comparative

more exhibition

superlative

most exhibition

present tense

exhibits

future tense

will exhibit

perfect tense

has exhibited

continuous tense

is exhibiting

singular

exhibition

positive degree

exhibition

infinitive

to exhibit

gerund

exhibiting

participle

exhibited

Origin and Evolution of exhibition

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'exhibition' originated from the Latin word 'exhibere', which means 'to show, display, or present'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'exhibition' has evolved to refer to a public display or show of art, artifacts, or products, often organized for the purpose of entertainment, education, or promotion.