exhibitionism

Definition

The practice or character trait of deliberately drawing attention to oneself.

Etymology

From exhibition + -ism.

Example Sentences

• "The dance consisted of sexual exhibitionism, reeling and swaying as if in a state of intoxication, erotic bodily movements, and denudation."
• "Yes, really. Blanchard has expanded the DSM's "paraphilia" section (where crimes such as paedophilia and exhibitionism go) to include transvestic disorder."

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