SHOWN OFF Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

shown off

verb

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past participle of show off

as in cut up

to engage in attention-getting playful or boisterous behavior the athletes warmed up, happily showing off for the crowd before the match officially started

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as in shown

to present so as to invite notice or attention she just wants to show off her new jewelry

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Recent Examples of shown off That said, it's shown off working PCs on its campaign page, and has had a review unit put through its paces by notable gaming YouTube ETA PRIME. — New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026 Crenshaw showed off a lot more offense than usual in winning its opener against a Palisades team that enjoyed its first home football game since the Palisades Fire in 2025. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026 Two days after a dominant close to the joint practice against the Chicago Bears by the rebuilt defense, the roster depth Cincinnati is banking on as a weapon of attack this season showed off in a 27-9 win against Chicago. — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026 DeVito has a nice scramble DeVito showed off his running skills in the second quarter, breaking free for a 36-yard scramble to get the Patriots into Eagles territory for the first time. — CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026 The iconic '90s supermodel sported a black one-piece bathing suit with a plunging neckline and a low-cut back, while her daughter stunned in a red bikini with a white paisley print that showed off her toned abs. — Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026 The designer showed off a cheeky chartreuse green bikini in a completely sheer cover-up that was held together with string. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026 The First Academy 38, Kathleen 0 TFA showed off its freshman talent in a big way in rolling to a victory in which the Royals scored all 38 points in the first half and pulled the starters after the running clock kicked in. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026 Hathaway’s footwear served as a colorful complement to a light blue Prabal Gurung top with a dramatic high-low cut and a train, worn with baggy low-rise blue jeans that showed off her baby bump. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026

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Verb

Mix a package of instant potatoes with a half packet of stuffing mix and some cut up salami.

— Diana Helmuth, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026
Store Fresh Produce and Salads in Jars Speaking of prepping produce, Costello always makes sure to wash and cut up fresh fruit and veggies for meals and snacking.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of cut up

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Don't assume that the date prominently displayed on a collection notice represents the debt's original delinquency date, though.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
And much of the film unfolds as text displayed on the screen, with Béatrice (Anne-Laure Sellier) poring over decades of historical documents that the filmmakers translate for us.

— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of displayed

Verb

The executions, announced Sunday, triggered condemnations by rights groups in the North African country that is divided between rival administrations, each backed by a set of militias and foreign governments.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
Police have not announced any arrests as their investigation began late Sunday night.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of announced

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This achievement exhibited significant effectiveness, resulting in a notable increase in buying activity due to immediate revenue potential in oncology.

— Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
The one of-a-kind pieces were part of the runway show and were exhibited at Levi’s HUS throughout Copenhagen Fashion Week.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026