Synonyms for Show

Definition of show

noun
  1. the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining; "a remarkable show of skill"
  2. something intended to communicate a particular impression; "made a display of strength"; "a show of impatience"; "a good show of looking interested"
  3. a social event involving a public performance or entertainment; "they wanted to see some of the shows on Broadway"

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Writing tips for "show"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like appearance, demo, demonstrate can replace "show" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 20 alternatives available, "show" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Show" in song lyrics

See how show is used in real songs:

  • "Christ head guido, start riots at your show"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Molly-Q — Godfathers
  • "When it's time for that murder...they don't show"
    1st Infantry f/ Prodigy — Serious (The New Message)
  • "He's always needed after every show"
    2 Live Crew — Break it on Down

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