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[ shoh-mee ] / ˈʃoʊˌmi / SEE SYNONYMS FOR show-me ON THESAURUS.COM
adjectivedemanding proof or evidence before being convinced: a show-me attitude toward new ideas. Origin of show-meAn Americanism dating back to 1905–10 Words nearby show-meshowiness, showing, showjumping, showman, showmanship, show-me, Show Me State, shown, show-off, show of hands, show one's colors Dictionary.com UnabridgedBased on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2020 Example sentences from the Web for show-meAt the largest caucus in the Show-Me State held, in St. Charles County, the first attempt at selecting delegates ended in chaos. 5 Disruptions Ron Paul Has Caused the Republican Party|Ben Jacobs|May 31, 2012|DAILY BEAST Like Minnesota, the Show-Me State has experienced a tragic plane crash on the eve of an election. 15 Fun Facts About the Politics of Minnesota, Colorado, and Missouri|Ben Jacobs|February 7, 2012|DAILY BEAST We are the Show-Me State, not the ‘Show me your papers’ state. Alabama Immigration Law Ensnares People You Wouldn't Expect|Moises Naim|December 18, 2011|DAILY BEAST
Words related to show-meunsatisfied, skeptical, quizzical, hesitant, suspicious, doubtful, unconvinced, mocking, incredulous, sardonic, mistrustful, dubious, questioning, disbelieving, distrustful, doubting, suspect, uncertain, wary, amusing |