exhibitory

[ ig-zib-i-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or intended for exhibition or display.

Word History and Origins

Origin of exhibitory¹

First recorded in 1600–10, exhibitory is from the Late Latin word exhibitōrius relating to showing, displaying. See exhibit, -tory ¹

Example Sentences

It remains unclear, however, whether a North Korean ice skating duo that initially qualified but missed an entry deadline would be able to compete — and whether the hockey team can compete in an exhibitory capacity.

From Los Angeles Times

We’re looking at ways for our animals to have more room, nicer exhibitory that is year-round.”

From Washington Times

The atmosphere felt charged, more Olympic than exhibitory.

From New York Times

Our contemporaries, so inconstant, so impatient, who wear out the attention of the public by the excessive multiplicity of their exhibitory manifestations, should occasionally think of the conditions under which their forerunners laboured.

From Project Gutenberg

Bold, in the sense of being undaunted, yes; but bold in the sense of being careless, confident, or exhibitory,—no,—no, and a thousand times no; for, even if you were not a beginner, it would be bad advice that made you bold.

From Project Gutenberg