game show

noun

: a television program on which contestants compete for prizes in a game (such as a quiz)

Examples of game show in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The number of 2026 Emmy nominees from diverse backgrounds in the actor, actress, reality and game show host categories fell to an 11-year low of 22 this year. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 8 July 2026

The list of shows with exactly two Emmy nominations this year includes the final season of The Comeback, game shows Jeopardy! — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026

The challenge was an oral examination, where the students answered questions in a game show format. — Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 2 July 2026

Netflix is releasing a new game show, one that combines the popularity of Squid Game, the timeless charms of the live-action Wonka experience, and the unwanted ubiquity of technofascist horrors beyond our comprehension. — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for game show

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Kids Definition

game show

noun

: a television program in which contestants compete for prizes in a game (as a quiz)