exhibitionism
noun
ex·hi·bi·tion·ism ˌek-sə-ˈbi-shə-ˌni-zəm 
1
a
: a perversion in which sexual gratification is obtained from the indecent exposure of one's genitals (as to a stranger)
b
: an act of such exposure
2
: the act or practice of behaving so as to attract attention to oneself
exhibitionist
ˌek-sə-ˈbish-nist
noun or adjective -ˈbi-shə-
exhibitionistic
ˌek-sə-ˌbi-shə-ˈni-stik
adjective exhibitionistically
ˌek-sə-ˌbi-shə-ˈni-sti-k(ə-)lē
adverb 
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web The clubs can also be popular spaces to hook up, an exhibitionism looked down upon by some. 
New York Times, 18 Aug. 2022 If her exhibitionism is something new, then she should be evaluated, first by a doctor who specializes in geriatric patients and, if necessary, referred to one who specializes in geriatric psychiatry. Abigail Van Buren, oregonlive, 3 Aug. 2022 His eagerness to speak and theirs to listen created a vortex of exhibitionism and voyeurism that sucked in millions of viewers in the pandemic’s early weeks. Molly Fischer, The New Yorker, 13 June 2022 Throughout his career, the superstar has been subject to plenty of attention for his exhibitionism and showmanship as an openly LGBTQ entertainer. Stephen Daw, Billboard, 11 Apr. 2022 How pitifully unprepared poor Mike is for the world — of exhibitionism, prostitution, alcohol, and drugs — in which his brother thrived. Michael Washburn, National Review, 24 Oct. 2021 This is supposed to be the season of unleashed, exuberant exhibitionism. Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 18 June 2021 Most scat singing over the past 50 years has been rote exhibitionism, a cheap thrill that puts hip listeners to sleep. Will Friedwald, WSJ, 16 Mar. 2021 As biologists have understood since Charles Darwin, such exhibitionism evolves when females choose to mate with males that have the most extravagant appearances and displays—a proxy for fitness. Elizabeth Pennisi, Science | AAAS, 3 Mar. 2021 See More
New York Times, 18 Aug. 2022 If her exhibitionism is something new, then she should be evaluated, first by a doctor who specializes in geriatric patients and, if necessary, referred to one who specializes in geriatric psychiatry. Abigail Van Buren, oregonlive, 3 Aug. 2022 His eagerness to speak and theirs to listen created a vortex of exhibitionism and voyeurism that sucked in millions of viewers in the pandemic’s early weeks. Molly Fischer, The New Yorker, 13 June 2022 Throughout his career, the superstar has been subject to plenty of attention for his exhibitionism and showmanship as an openly LGBTQ entertainer. Stephen Daw, Billboard, 11 Apr. 2022 How pitifully unprepared poor Mike is for the world — of exhibitionism, prostitution, alcohol, and drugs — in which his brother thrived. Michael Washburn, National Review, 24 Oct. 2021 This is supposed to be the season of unleashed, exuberant exhibitionism. Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 18 June 2021 Most scat singing over the past 50 years has been rote exhibitionism, a cheap thrill that puts hip listeners to sleep. Will Friedwald, WSJ, 16 Mar. 2021 As biologists have understood since Charles Darwin, such exhibitionism evolves when females choose to mate with males that have the most extravagant appearances and displays—a proxy for fitness. Elizabeth Pennisi, Science | AAAS, 3 Mar. 2021 See More Word History
First Known Use
1891, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Medical Definition
exhibitionism
noun
ex·hi·bi·tion·ism ˌek-sə-ˈbish-ə-niz-əm
1
a
: a perversion marked by a tendency to indecent exposure
b
: an act of such exposure
2
: the act or practice of behaving so as to attract attention to oneself