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单词 showstopping
释义

showstopper

noun

show·​stop·​per ˈshō-ˌstä-pər How to pronounce showstopper (audio)
1
: an act, song, or performer that wins applause so prolonged as to interrupt a performance
2
: something or someone exceptionally arresting or attractive
the gold crown was the showstopper of the exhibition
3
: one that stops or could stop the progress, operation, or functioning of something
showstopping
ˈshō-ˌstä-piŋ How to pronounce showstopper (audio)
adjective

Synonyms

  • babe [slang]
  • cutie
  • cutey
  • dish
  • doll
  • dreamboat [slang]
  • fox
  • glamour-puss
  • hottie
  • knockout
  • looker
  • ten
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Example Sentences

at the modeling agency everyone was a showstopper
Recent Examples on the Web Ralph’s acceptance speech for supporting actress in a comedy was a showstopper. Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2022 Yet Rafaela’s defense — at shortstop and especially in center field — has been a showstopper, and the source of further ambition. Alex Speier, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Teresa Giudice and Luis Ruelas' wedding cake was a showstopper. Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 9 Aug. 2022 Marvel Studios’ return to San Diego Comic-Con was the showstopper fans have come to expect. Richard Newby, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 July 2022 This unforgettable strawberry cake will be a definite showstopper. Nik Pugmire, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2022 The net effect doesn't qualify as a showstopper, and frankly even with the book's popularity, at this point launching such a film theatrically feels like a considerable leap of faith. Brian Lowry, CNN, 13 July 2022 The floor-length Valentino gown was a showstopper: hot pink and completely made up of tulle with a dramatic halter collar and open back. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 10 July 2022 The six-minute showstopper is largely considered the best Act 2 opener in recent memory and is regularly met with a mid-show standing ovation. Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined at sense 1

showstopping

adjective

as in showy

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • showy
  • striking
  • splashy
  • flashy
  • slick
  • arresting
  • flamboyant
  • glossy
  • snazzy
  • perfect
  • flawless
  • eye-catching
  • dazzling
  • zingy
  • radiant
  • appealing
  • prepossessing
  • charming
  • glamorous
  • alluring
  • engaging
  • delightful
  • knockout
  • shining
  • fascinating
  • ravishing
  • cunning
  • stunning
  • glowing
  • brilliant
  • radiant
  • bedazzling
  • incandescent
  • taking
  • glamourous
  • comely
  • brightened
  • lambent
  • beautiful
  • aesthetic
  • fetching
  • gorgeous
  • effulgent
  • sublime
  • magnificent
  • beaming
  • glorious
  • elegant
  • beauteous
  • pretty
  • lovely
  • splendid
  • bright
  • exquisite
  • seemly
  • likely
  • statuesque
  • resplendent
  • drop-dead
  • cute
  • refulgent
  • sightly
  • handsome
  • superb
  • fulgent
  • bonny
  • goodly
  • esthetic
  • fair
  • good-looking
  • esthetical
  • aesthetical
  • well-favored
  • bonnie
  • good
  • Junoesque
  • lovesome

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • unprepossessing
  • unpleasant
  • unappealing
  • unimposing
  • unappetizing
  • plain
  • drab
  • homely
  • unbecoming
  • frumpy
  • unshapely
  • dull
  • ugly
  • unsightly
  • unattractive
  • frumpish
  • uncomely
  • unpleasing
  • unlovely
  • unaesthetic
  • unbeautiful
  • unpretty
  • unhandsome
  • uncute
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