showman

noun

show·​man ˈshō-mən 

1

: the producer of a play or theatrical show

2

: a notably spectacular, dramatic, or effective performer

showmanship

ˈshō-mən-ˌship 

noun

Examples of showman in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Scott London Chester Designed by Jason Anderholm Chester began as a napkin sketch, created by Jason Anderholm, who went from electrician to showman. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Kelly, a supremely talented showman and dancer, already possesses the ability to move his body in ways that seem impossible to most of the audience. — James Grebey, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026

In a different life, Higgitt would be a showman, a real Britain’s Barnum. — George Francis Lee, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2026

Beasley, ever the showman, actually planted a kiss on KU forward Carlton Bragg’s cheek as the Cats enjoyed every moment of Tuesday’s rout. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1728, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for showman

• bowmen
• coman
• foeman
• foemen
• gnomon
• nomen
• omen
• roman
• showmen
• soman
• toman
• yeoman

Kids Definition

showman

noun

show·​man ˈshō-mən 

1

: the producer of a theatrical show

2

: a person having a special skill for presenting something in a dramatic way

showmanship

-ˌship 

noun