exhibitionist vs man of action

exhibitionist

noun
  • One who attempts to draw attention to himself or herself by his or her behaviour. 

  • Synonym of exhibitioner (“student who is awarded an exhibition”) 

  • One who exposes his or her genitalia (or female nipples) in public. 

adj
  • compulsively seeking attention 

man of action

noun
  • One who acts or reacts boldly, without hesitation, and often without forethought, especially in situations which are adventurous or dangerous. 

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