Synonyms for
Shows
Definition
To present or display something to an audience.
Synonyms & similar words
render
designate
prove
picture
read
usher
express
demonstrate
hide
establish
evince
evidence
show
indicate
disprove
exhibit
shew
appearance
demo
record
showup
present
register
depict
display
exhibits
presents
demonstrates
displays
reveals
manifests
illustrates
features
showcases
parades
disports
flaunts
unveils
exposes
emerges
appears
performs
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- shows up
- shows off
- shows interest
- shows concern
- shows promise
- shows the way
- shows results
- shows a profit
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'shows' can refer to making something visible or to presenting something, like a performance or a program. Be mindful of context to distinguish between these meanings.
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Example sentences
- He shows me his new toy.
- The magician shows a trick to the audience.
- The teacher shows us how to write a sentence.
- The host shows his guests around the house.
- The museum shows a collection of ancient artifacts.
Quotes
The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. -Nelson Mandela
The only way to do great work is to love what you do. -Steve Jobs
In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on. -Robert Frost