perform; promote; show off
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesverb
to perform; to put on a show
Neutral usage referring to stage performances or public appearances by entertainers.
The singers came on stage one by one to perform.
He performed at the charity gala and won applause from the audience.
verb
to promote through exhibitions or publicity; to campaign
Used for marketing, political campaigning, or public relations activities designed to attract attention or support.
Merchants are trying every means to promote sales through publicity stunts.
The candidate is campaigning everywhere to drum up support.
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This company likes to use the media for publicity to raise its profile.
verb
to show off; to put on an act; to grandstand
derogatoryDerogatory sense implying insincerity, pretension, or deception through false displays.
That person is good at putting on an act, saying whatever suits the listener.
Don't put on a show in front of me; I know what you are thinking.
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His charitable acts are nothing but grandstanding.