display
/dɪˈspleɪ/(verb)
AWL Sublist 6CEFR B2IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
To make a prominent exhibition of something in an orderly or artistic manner; to show or exhibit an emotion or data.
Key Academic Collocations
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displaydisplayeddisplayingdisplays
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
exhibitmanifestshowcaserevealdemonstrate
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"The bar graph clearly displays the disparity in secondary graduation rates between rural and urban school districts."
"Individuals who display symptoms of chronic workplace burnout should receive prompt institutional psychological counseling."
"Museums play a vital pedagogical role by displaying conserved historical artifacts and indigenous cultural heritage."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
Task 1 reporting verb: 'The chart displays the proportions of...' (a strong, formal alternative to 'shows').