showstopping

adjective

as in showy

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showstopping
  1. showy
  2. striking
  3. flashy
  4. splashy
  5. slick
  6. flamboyant
  7. glossy
  8. snazzy
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
Adjective
  • Even so, most visitors can get striking views of the swamp’s remarkable beauty and wildlife from boat routes, hiking paths, biking trails and auto tours in different parts of the swamp.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
  • Psychologists identified a striking disconnect between Boukamp's intellectual abilities and his social functioning.
    — Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of striking
Adjective
  • 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
  • The Sirens, the Lotus-Eaters, and Odysseus’ father, Laertes, are all casualties of the relatively concise but splashy format.
    — Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 24 July 2026
  • Last year’s edition had plenty of star power in the lineup, with Julia Roberts, George Clooney and Dwayne Johnson movies among the splashy premieres.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026
Definition of splashy
Adjective
  • Koumas, who returned to Liverpool this summer after helping Hull City win promotion to the Premier League, was heavily involved in Szoboszlai’s goal as his neat turn and slick link-up play with Kerkez created the opening.
    — James Pearce, New York Times, 26 July 2026
  • Yeah, how about a slick Michigan move tally that comes to us courtesy of Philadelphia Flyers forward Matvei Michkov.
    — Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of slick
Adjective
  • For Yard Act’s 2022 debut, The Overload, the quartet chiseled flamboyant caricatures of British life and portrayed their flawed country with an abrasive, punishing tone.
    — Victoria Borlando, Pitchfork, 24 July 2026
  • Posters for Goodyear Tires and the 1939 Foire de Paris retail expo flank the flamboyant shoe.
    — Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
Definition of flamboyant
Adjective
  • Her tattoos and brunette bangs hint at a bohemian persona, but her glossy-looking album covers and easygoing interview responses aren’t very edgy.
    — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 23 July 2026
  • Soaking tub, outdoor shower, patio, self check-in Instead of defaulting to the usual beachy whites, this one-bedroom apartment embraces shades of green—from olive walls to glossy teal tile—for a fresh take on island living.
    — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026
Definition of glossy
Adjective
  • The Georgian boasts two snazzy restaurants (American steaks or Italian seafood), a precious Art Deco-style bar, and even a cozy little library to get away from it all.
    — Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • That has meant adding premium seats, offering access to snazzier loungers, free upgrades, and baggage fee waivers.
    — Phil Wahba, Fortune, 19 July 2026
Definition of snazzy
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