Word
showing
Phoneticsshow·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈʃoʊɪŋ/
UK/ʃˈəʊɪŋ/
Definitions
01a film screening
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. a specific time when a film or play is shown to an audience.
n. a scheduled presentation of a cinema film, television programme, or theatrical performance.
“The cinema has a late showing of the new action movie at ten o'clock.”
“Due to unexpected demand, the theatre added a midnight showing to the schedule, which sold out within minutes of the announcement.”
Usage
Often used with 'of' to specify the content being shown.
Synonyms
02an exhibition
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. an event where art or products are displayed for people to see.
n. the act of putting something on display for public inspection or competition.
“The gallery is hosting a private showing of her latest paintings tonight.”
“The annual trade showing provides a platform for local manufacturers to demonstrate their latest technological innovations to international investors.”
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03quality of performance
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports
n. how well someone does in a competition or a test.
n. the quality or nature of a performance or result in a specific context.
“The team had a poor showing in the first half of the game.”
“Despite a strong showing in the preliminary debates, the candidate failed to secure enough votes during the final primary election.”
Usage
Commonly modified by adjectives like 'strong', 'poor', or 'impressive'.
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Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “showing” in context.
Real-World Examples
“CT scans of Baird and Davies’ skulls showing the damage caused by the bullets were presented to the jury on Thursday.” “NOAA In 2025, scientists published a study showing that hurricane size appears to be influenced by how warm the ocean water is compared to its usual temperature that time of year.” “In North Darfur, 64 per cent of cropland is showing poor plant growth.” “Police released three photos of the suspect, showing him wearing glasses, a brown vest, black pants, and dark shoes with red laces.” Etymology
From Middle English schewynge, schewand, schewande, schewende, from Old English sċēawiende, from Proto-West Germanic skauwōndī, from Proto-Germanic skawwōndz, present participle of Proto-Germanic *skawwōną (“to look, observe”), equivalent to show + -ing.
From Middle English schewyng, schewinge, from Old English sċēawung (“a looking at, contemplation, consideration; respect, regard; survey, examination; a show, appearance, pretense”), from Proto-West Germanic skauwungu, from Proto-Germanic skawwungō, equivalent to show + -ing. Cognate with Dutch schouwing (“inspection, survey”), German Schauung (“vision”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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