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show

The word “show” has 1 syllable: show

It's pronounced as /ʃoʊ/

What is synonym and antonym for show?

In the thesaurus, “show” has 221 synonyms and 60 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for show along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for show

Antonyms for show

Meanings of show

  • noun
    1. A play, dance, or other entertainment.
    2. An exhibition of items.
    3. A broadcast program/programme.
    4. A movie.
    5. An agricultural show.
    6. A project or presentation.
    7. A demonstration.
    8. Mere display or pomp with no substance. (Usually seen in the phrases "all show" and "for show".).
    9. Outward appearance; wileful or deceptive appearance.
    10. (with "the") The major leagues.
    11. A pale blue flame at the top of a candle flame, indicating the presence of firedamp.
    12. Pretence.
    13. Sign, token, or indication.
    14. Semblance; likeness; appearance.
    15. Plausibility.
    16. A discharge, from the vagina, of mucus streaked with blood, occurring a short time before labor.
  • verb
    1. To display, to have somebody see (something).
    2. To bestow; to confer.
    3. To indicate (a fact) to be true; to demonstrate.
    4. To guide or escort.
    5. To be visible; to be seen; to appear.
    6. To put in an appearance; show up.
    7. To have an enlarged belly and thus be recognizable as pregnant.
    8. (racing) To finish third, especially of horses or dogs.
    9. To have a certain appearance, such as well or ill, fit or unfit; to become or suit; to appear.

Example Sentences

  • Please show me how to use this machine.
  • The teacher will show the students a new experiment today.
  • They went to see a live show at the theater.
  • His actions show that he truly cares.
  • The report will show the results of the survey.

On this page you'll find 281 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to show, such as: Potemkin village, accompany, act, advertise, affectation, air, airs.

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