HyperDic: show-stopper

English > 2 senses of the word show-stopper:
NOUNcommunicationshow-stopper, showstopper, stopperan act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down
attributeshow-stopper, showstoppersomething that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal
English > show-stopper: 2 senses > noun 1, communication
MeaningAn act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down.
Synonymsshowstopper, stopper
Broaderact, routine, number, turn, bitA short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program
English > show-stopper: 2 senses > noun 2, attribute
MeaningSomething that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal.
Example"she has a show-stopper of a smile"
Synonymshowstopper
Broaderattraction, attractivenessThe quality of arousing interest

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