show

show · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    (verb) To make visible or display something.

  2. 2.

    (verb) To demonstrate or prove something.

  3. 3.

    (verb) To guide or lead someone.

  4. 4.

    (verb) To be visible or noticeable.

  5. 5.

    (noun) A theatrical performance or entertainment program.

  6. 6.

    (noun) An exhibition or display.

  7. 7.

    (noun) An outward display or demonstration.

Related words

Antonyms: conceal, cover, hide
See also: demonstrate, display, shown
Synonyms: demonstrate, display, exhibit, reveal

Etymology

From Old English scēawian ("to look at, see, observe"), from Proto-Germanic skawwōną ("to look, see"). The sense shifted from "to look at" to "to cause to be seen" in Middle English. Cognate with German schauen ("to look").