SHOW UP Synonyms: 90 Similar and Opposite Words

show up

verb

Definition of show up

as in to appear

to come into view normally, one doesn't see them, but the actress's wrinkles show up in the close-ups

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Relevance

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as in to arrive

to get to a destination the band showed up an hour late

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as in to expose

to reveal the true nature of were shown up for what they really are

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Recent Examples of show up In the clip, Jordan shows up to their home, where Layla waits with Coop (Bre-Z) and Breonna (Sasha Lance), with a box of doughnuts in tow. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026 Every now and then, the creator of this vision, Masanori Kamiguchi, showed up in the incense-scented reception to charm guests. — Pico Iyer, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Aug. 2026 Larson showed up at the buzzer, and won — hours after finishing sixth in Richmond. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2026 There was a sharp shakeout in March that took the stock back near $77 and the 200-day, and the same buyers showed up again. — Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for show up

Recent Examples of Synonyms for show up

Verb

Another explanation is that there could be changes over time in diagnosis and reporting, or there could be other biological factors underlying why this condition appears to be increasing.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
Downsizing With brands like Slate entering the market, automakers appear to be hearing the call for cheaper options.

— Beth Livesay, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of appear

Verb

This simply exposes the true motivation of some who have advocated opposition to this transaction.

— Matt Donnelly, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026
The researchers argue that the enormous cliff system triggered prolonged erosion that stripped away vast amounts of rock and helped expose some of North America’s oldest geological formations.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of expose

Verb

Some come for the high-octane DJs at Shellona or the all-day revelry of Nikki Beach; others swear by the legendary glamour of Le Club 55 or the festive energy of Casa Amor.

— Lanie Goodman, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Over the coming months, avionics, scientific instruments and thermal insulation will gradually transform the frame into the flying science laboratory destined for the outer solar system.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of come

Verb

Once Wanda’s ruse is uncovered, the real Vision (now sporting a white costume) is reanimated and has his full memory restored.

— Jordan Moreau, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
Not that the impact on younger generations was going uncovered — certainly parents, educators and officials spoke out.

— Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of uncover

Verb

With a direct flight from Atlanta to Argyle International Airport, five hours later, a diverse world unfolded.

— Judith Garrison, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
While this unfolds, Rebecca is trying to carve out some quality time with Matthijs via a quickie in her office that Ted has the bad timing to interrupt.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of unfold

Verb

Liberia’s agreement to accept up to 1,200 deportees from the US remains shrouded in mystery a day after the first 20 arrivals landed in Monrovia, leaving many wondering what Liberia is getting in return.

— Adrian Elimian, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Heck, even Ralph Lauren got in on the fun, which certainly tells you something about the state of men’s ears today.

— Max Berlinger, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026