Showing
'ʃoʊɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsPresent participle of the verb 'show', used to describe the action of displaying something or demonstrating something.
'ʃoʊɪŋ
Present participle of the verb 'show'.
The documentary is currently showing in theaters.
💡 Simply: It's like when you're *pointing* something out to someone or *letting* them see something, like showing your toys to your friend or showing your mom your drawing.
👶 For kids: Doing the action of *show*. Like if you *show* your friend your new toy.
More Examples
She is showing us how to bake a cake.
The data is showing a clear trend.
How It's Used
"The company is showing significant growth."
"The gallery is currently showing the works of a local artist."
The act or instance of presenting, displaying, or making something visible or known; an exhibition or presentation.
'ʃoʊɪŋ
The act or instance of showing something.
The museum hosted a showing of historical artifacts.
💡 Simply: It’s a specific *time* when something is *being displayed* or *presented*. Think of a movie showing or an art exhibit.
👶 For kids: When something is *shown*. Like a *movie showing* or an *art showing*.
More Examples
The showing of the new product received positive feedback.
The film's showing was delayed due to technical difficulties.
How It's Used
"The movie's showing starts at 7 PM."
"The showing of the art pieces was well-attended."
Synonyms
Demonstrating
Displaying
Exhibiting
Exposing
Presenting
Revealing
Demonstration
Display
Exhibition
Presentation
Screening
Idioms & expressions
show up
To arrive at a place.
"He didn't show up for the meeting."
show off
To behave in a way that is intended to impress others.
"He always shows off his new car to his friends."
From Middle English *shewing*, present participle of *shewen* 'to show', from Old English *scēawian* 'to look at, view'.
Used extensively in literature and everyday communication since the Old English period.