Shows up — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb

Meaning & Definition of Shows up

Shows up (verb)

  1. to expose or discredit especially by revealing faults
  2. to embarrass or cause to look bad especially by comparison
  3. reveal

Word Forms of Shows up

Inflections: showed up, shown up, showing up

Origin & Etymology of Shows up

First known use: 1812t

Frequently Asked Questions about Shows up

What does "Shows up" mean?

"Shows up" means to expose or discredit especially by revealing faults. As a verb, it is defined as: to expose or discredit especially by revealing faults. It has 3 distinct senses.

Is "Shows up" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Shows up" is a verb.

What is the origin of the word "Shows up"?

First known use: 1812t.

What are the forms of "Shows up"?

The word forms of "Shows up" include showed up, shown up and showing up.