showed (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈʃoʊd/

Definition

Past tense of 'show': to make something visible or known to someone.

Examples

• The doctor showed the patient an X-ray of his broken leg.

• She showed me the new car she had just bought.

• He showed great courage in the face of danger.

How to Use showed

show someone something (collocation)

To make something visible or known to a person. — "The guide showed us the ancient ruins."

show off (phrasal verb)

To display something proudly to impress others. — "He showed off his new watch to all his friends."

show up (phrasal verb)

To arrive or appear, especially unexpectedly or at a place where you are expected. — "She showed up late for the meeting."

Synonyms of showed

Words with a similar meaning to showed:

• tell
• display
• demonstrate
• illustrate

Antonyms of showed

Words with the opposite meaning to showed:

• hid
• concealed

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