to wave (a weapon) about (as a threat etc)

flaunt, swing around

to show great enthusiasm (for a person, thing)

influence

to leave (a person, thing) uncovered or unprotected

reveal

to have a strong favourable effect on (a person)

influence

to do something, perform, in an exaggerated way

be dramatic

to fill (a person) with complete respect, fear etc

influence

a piece of wood or metal used in a building etc to strengthen it; to walk in a proud, self-important way

walk pompously