showbiz

noun

show·​biz ˈshō-ˌbiz How to pronounce showbiz (audio)
often attributive
showbizzy adjective

Examples of showbiz in a Sentence

Sometimes the critics love you and sometimes they hate you. That's showbiz.
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Sometimes the pas de deux between light showbiz dramedy and weightier themes, from the existential threats facing the arts community to the imminence of extinction-level environmental catastrophes, can feel disproportionate. Judy Berman, Time, 23 Apr. 2025 His company Imagine Entertainment is one of the most prolific and successful in showbiz. Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 21 Apr. 2025 The beloved showbiz friendship has never been under a brighter spotlight. Ana Osorno, Them., 11 Apr. 2025 This week's quiz highlights space sagas, famous foods, showbiz spectacles — and more. Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 6 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for showbiz

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1872, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of showbiz was in 1872

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“Showbiz.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showbiz. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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showbiz

noun
show·​biz -ˌbiz How to pronounce showbiz (audio)

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