show-me

adjective

ˈshō-mē 

: insistent on proof or evidence

Synonyms of show-me

• skeptical
• cautious
• suspicious

Examples of show-me in a Sentence

the financial scandals may lead investors to take a more show-me attitude toward reported corporate earnings

Recent Examples on the Web

But these bots are still a show-me story while concerns mount about online privacy and cybersecurity. — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2026

With respect to Norvell and his players, observers are in show-me mode. — Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 15 July 2026

The market is in a ‘show-me’ phase, anticipating demonstrable results from the record backlog before the balance sheet deteriorates. — Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 10 Mar. 2026

Murphy is a perfect fit for the Oilers, who are desperately trying to make another run at the Stanley Cup Final during the brief show-me window Connor McDavid has given them. — Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for show-me

• brome
• chrome
• comb
• combe
• crome
• dome
• foam
• gnome
• holm
• loam
• roam
• tome