Show

Pronunciation: /ʃoʊ/

Definitions of show

noun a form of entertainment or display

Example Sentences

A1 I watched a show on TV last night.

A2 The puppet show at the fair was entertaining.

B1 The art show featured works by local artists.

B2 The fashion show showcased the latest trends.

C1 Attending a live theater show is always a memorable experience.

C2 The documentary film was a thought-provoking show of human resilience.

verb to present or display something for others to see

Example Sentences

A1 I will show you how to tie your shoes.

A2 She showed her new painting to her friends.

B1 The teacher showed the students how to solve the math problem.

B2 The documentary showed the impact of climate change on the environment.

C1 The scientist's research showed a correlation between the two variables.

C2 The artist's exhibition showed a deep exploration of human emotions.

Examples of show in a Sentence

formal The art gallery will host a show featuring works by local artists.

informal I can't wait to binge-watch my favorite TV show tonight.

slang That concert was a lit show, man!

figurative His actions show his true character.

Grammatical Forms of show

• past tense: showed
• plural: shows
• comparative: more show
• superlative: most show
• present tense: show
• future tense: will show
• perfect tense: have shown
• continuous tense: is showing
• singular: shows
• positive degree: show
• infinitive: to show
• gerund: showing
• participle: shown

Origin and Evolution of show

First Known Use: 1200 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'show' originated from the Old English word 'sceawian' which means to look at or observe.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'show' evolved to not only mean to look at or observe, but also to present or display something to an audience. It has come to encompass various forms of entertainment such as theater, television, and exhibitions.