show
/SHō/
verb
- allow or cause (something) to be visible."a white blouse will show the blood"synonyms: be visible, be seen, be in view, manifest, appear, be revealed, be obvious
- display or allow to be perceived (a quality, emotion, or characteristic)."it was Frank's turn to show his frustration"synonyms: manifest, make manifest, exhibit, reveal, convey, communicate, make known, indicate, express, proclaim, intimate, make plain, make obvious, signify, evince, evidence, disclose, betray, divulge, give away
- demonstrate or prove."experts say this shows the benefit of regular inspections"synonyms: prove, demonstrate, confirm, show beyond doubt, manifest, produce/submit proof, produce/submit evidence, establish evidence, evince, witness to, give substance to, determine, demonstrate the truth of, convince someone, substantiate, corroborate, verify, establish, ratify, validate, authenticate, attest, certify, testify, document, bear out
- finish third or in the first three in a race."Greenough was the only other rider clear in round one, but she failed to show for the tiebreaker"
noun
- a spectacle or display, typically an impressive one."spectacular shows of bluebells"synonyms: display, array, arrangement, exhibition, presentation, exposition, spectacle
- a play or other stage performance, especially a musical.synonyms: performance, public performance, theatrical performance, production, staging, play, drama, film, concert, musical, piece, gig
- an outward appearance or display of a quality or feeling."Joanie was frightened of any show of affection"
- a discharge of blood and mucus from the vagina at the onset of labor or menstruation.
- an opportunity for doing something; a chance."I didn't have a show"
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verb (used with object) · to cause or allow to be seen; exhibit; display. · to present or perform as a public entertainment or spectacle: · to indicate; point ...
SHOW meaning: 1. to make it possible for something to be seen: 2. to record or express a number or measurement…. Learn more.