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Definitions

show

[shoh] / ʃoʊ /










Usage

What are other ways to say show? The noun show often indicates an external appearance that may or may not accord with actual facts: a show of modesty. Display applies to an intentionally conspicuous show: a great display of wealth. Ostentation is vain, ambitious, pretentious, or offensive display: tasteless and vulgar ostentation. Pomp suggests such a show of dignity and authority as characterizes a ceremony of state: The coronation was carried out with pomp and splendor.

Example Sentences

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The researchers note that the findings show a relationship, not proof that vitamin D directly reduces tau levels or lowers the risk of dementia.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

Polls show her trailing Graham Platner, the tattooed oysterman endorsed by Bernie Sanders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The collaboration follows Reese’s runway debut at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in October, where she was the first professional athlete ever to walk the show.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

State media published photos purporting to show groups of Iranians forming human chains to protect power plants.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

I glanced at myself in the mirror of the chifforobe, which was only big enough to show my face.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu