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show-stopper
show′-stop`per
n. a performer or performance that wins enthusiastic or prolonged applause. [1945–50] show′-stop`ping, adj. Thesaurus| Noun | 1. | show-stopper - an act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets downshowstopper, stopperroutine, number, act, bit, turn - a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program; "he did his act three times every evening"; "she had a catchy little routine"; "it was one of the best numbers he ever did" | | 2. | show-stopper - something that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal; "she has a show-stopper of a smile"; "the brilliant orange flowers against the green foliage were a showstopper"showstopperattractiveness, attraction - the quality of arousing interest; being attractive or something that attracts; "her personality held a strange attraction for him" |
Translationsshow-stopper
show-stopperThe most exceptional or memorable performance or item among others; a stand-out. Yeah, the opening act was a real show-stopper—the headlining band was disappointing in comparison! All the pieces in the designer's collection were excellent, but the wedding dress was a real show-stopper.show-stopper
Related to show-stopper: to-and-fro, rapscallion, condescension, co-optingSynonyms for show-stoppernoun an act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets downSynonymsRelated Wordsnoun something that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appealSynonymsRelated Words |