HyperDic: showstopper

English > 2 senses of the word showstopper:
NOUNcommunicationshowstopper, show-stopper, stopperan act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down
attributeshowstopper, show-stoppersomething that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal
English > showstopper: 2 senses > noun 1, communication
MeaningAn act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down.
Synonymsshow-stopper, stopper
Broaderact, routine, number, turn, bitA short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program
English > showstopper: 2 senses > noun 2, attribute
MeaningSomething that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal.
Example "the brilliant orange flowers against the green foliage were a showstopper"
Synonymshow-stopper
Broaderattraction, attractivenessThe quality of arousing interest

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