Synonyms

displayed

American

[dih-spleyd] / dɪˈspleɪd /

adjective

Heraldry.

(of a bird) represented with wings and legs spread.

an eagle displayed.

Other Word Forms

undisplayed adjective
well-displayed adjective

Etymology

Origin of displayed

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; display + -ed ²

Example Sentences

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Thus far, it has been the only diabolic flicker he’s displayed.

From Salon

Families of the victims watched in silence as investigators displayed video animations from the perspectives of pilots in both aircraft in the seconds leading up to the crash.

From The Wall Street Journal

Captain Helen Brackenbury said Muldowney served all those under his command authentically, adding "everyday he displayed a level of spirit I continue to be in awe of".

From BBC

A tiny grocery store has produce displayed outside, with faded notes marking the prices.

From Literature

That came after the PLA displayed a pack of “robot wolves”—bulked up, weaponized versions of robot dogs—in a military parade in September.

From The Wall Street Journal

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