display
Translation
to display, to show, to exhibit
Examples
The museum displays ancient artifacts.
The museum displays ancient artefacts.
The screen displays the time.
The screen displays the time.
He displayed great courage.
He displayed great courage.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to show or exhibit (sth.) The gallery displays modern art.
((a quality)) to show signs of (a quality) She displayed no emotion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: show, exhibit, present; Antonyms: hide, conceal
Etymology
From Latin 'displicare' (to unfold), from 'dis-' (apart) + 'plicare' (to fold).
Memory Tips
Think of 'unfolding' something for others to see. It's also a common noun for an exhibition or a screen.