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Synonyms & Similar Words
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Meaning of Show
The primary meaning of the word "show" is to display or exhibit something, such as an object, skill, or performance, to an audience or onlookers.
Definitions
- To display or exhibit something, such as an object, skill, or performance, to an audience or onlookers
- To provide evidence or proof of something
- To guide or direct someone to a place or thing
- To feel or exhibit a particular emotion or quality
- To be visible or apparent
Etymology of Show
The word "show" has its roots in Old English "scēawian," which means "to look, see, or perceive"
This Old English word is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "skawiz," which is also the source of the Modern German word "schauen," meaning "to look" or "to see"
The word "show" has been used in English since the 9th century, initially with the meaning "to look" or "to see," and later developing additional meanings such as "to display" or "to exhibit"
Example Uses
- The museum will show a new exhibit on ancient civilizations next month
- The teacher asked the student to show her math work
- The city will show off its new park with a grand opening ceremony
- The company will show its new product at the trade show
- The actor's talent will show in her upcoming film