show

give an exhibition of to an interested audience“She shows her dogs frequently”

establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment“The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound”

provide evidence for“The blood test showed that he was the father”

show in, or as in, a picture“This scene depicts country life”

indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively“I showed the customer the glove section”

indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments“The thermometer showed thirteen degrees below zero”

give expression to“She showed her disappointment”

be or become visible or noticeable“His good upbringing really shows”

take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums“he ushered us to our seats”

make visible or noticeable“She showed her talent for cooking”

give evidence of, as of records“The diary shows his distress that evening”

finish third or better in a horse or dog race“he bet $2 on number six to show”

something intended to communicate a particular impression“made a display of strength”

pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression“they try to keep up appearances”

an act or social event involving a public performance or entertainment“a remarkable show of skill”