SHOWSTOPPING Synonyms: 100 Similar and Opposite Words

showstopping

adjective

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Adjective

Explanations as to why he was fired have varied widely from the defense minister allegedly being too corrupt, not corrupt enough, too combative with army leadership, too showy, too popular, and too in the clouds on military matters.

— Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 16 July 2026
Hydrangeas are one of the most popular perennials thanks to their showy flowers and interesting foliage.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 15 July 2026

Definition of showy

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Winnie Harlow dons a striking red sheer catsuit at the Tequila Don Julio 1942 Port of Champions x Palm Tree Crew and Mary Lou's event in New York City on July 16.

— People Staff, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Robots were assessed on effective striking accuracy, body stability, defensive and evasive performance, and overall durability throughout each bout.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026

Definition of striking

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In the fall, the flashy Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences, designed like a stack of nine askew cubes, will soar past to its final height of 1,049 feet.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
Even the flashy LEDs on the side still work, as does the brake light, adjustable headlight, and turn signals.

— Joe Salas July 20, New Atlas, 21 July 2026

Definition of flashy

Adjective

These declining numbers are almost certainly encouraging Microsoft to focus more on addressing feedback than splashy Copilot+ PC AI features this year.

— Chris Hoffman, PC Magazine, 15 July 2026
Unlike the splashy public debut of Auger’s first round, the Series B was framed internally as routine fuel rather than a reset.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 13 July 2026

Definition of splashy

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Noe negotiated with Li Shan in a pidgin mix of French, English, and Cantonese as the workers fanned out on the wobbling platform, slipping on the slick bodies and shells of the catch.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 July 2026
None This finding is a bit more in line with conventional sabermetrics wisdom, which holds that pitchers who dominate the strike zone have better long-term outcomes than those who rely on stranding runners and asking for slick fielding behind them.

— Neil Paine, New York Times, 16 July 2026

Definition of slick

Adjective

Posters for Goodyear Tires and the 1939 Foire de Paris retail expo flank the flamboyant shoe.

— Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
At the level of style, there was nothing obviously flamboyant about Allen’s music, nor her presence on stage, the quiet, acerbic composure of her delivery.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 July 2026

Definition of flamboyant

Adjective

The glossy domed bun, truffle aioli and wagyu beef helped elevate the burger above standard pub fare.

— Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 16 July 2026
The monkey has a glossy black coat, long fur, a sweeping tail and striking orange-cream facial markings, said researchers from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and the City University of New York Graduate Center in statements on Wednesday.

— Jack Guy, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Definition of glossy

Adjective

That has meant adding premium seats, offering access to snazzier loungers, free upgrades, and baggage fee waivers.

— Phil Wahba, Fortune, 19 July 2026
Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman are partners in a snazzy teleportation bit who turn on each other after the tragic death of their assistant.

— Brian Truitt, USA Today, 17 July 2026

Definition of snazzy

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