make an exhibition of oneself
Create a spectacle
To make an exhibition of oneself is to behave in a way that attracts embarrassing public attention—acting foolishly, drunkenly, or inappropriately in front of others: She made an exhibition of herself at the wedding reception.
The phrase implies the person has become a spectacle, usually through loss of composure or dignity.
- show offBoast through display
- grandstandTiered spectator seating structure
- showboatingOstentatious self-display
- draw attentionCause others to look
- spectacleVisually striking event
scene · act the fool · embarrassment · attention-seeking · theatrics · foolishness · hot mess · laughter · mockery · ostentatious · blush · flamboyance · faux pas · foot in mouth · caricature · humiliation · public humiliation · lose face
make an exhibition of oneselfkeep one's cool
Maintain emotional control
make an exhibition of oneselfkeep a low profile
Remain unnoticed deliberately
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