noun

showmanship

SHOH-muhn-shihp

Showmanship (noun) means Skill at putting on an engaging, confident performance or presentation. Example: “His showmanship kept even the back rows of the theater watching closely.”

noun

Skill at putting on an engaging, confident performance or presentation.

"His showmanship kept even the back rows of the theater watching closely."

"The chef's showmanship turned a simple cooking demo into entertainment."

How to use showmanship

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe skill of putting on a good, confident show for an audience.

Word forms

showmanships plural

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Etymology

From showman + -ship.

Rhymes for showmanship

penmanship workmanship guardianship marksmanship sportsmanship craftsmanship swordsmanship

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Frequently asked questions

What does “showmanship” mean?

The word “showmanship” means skill at putting on an engaging, confident performance or presentation. In plain terms, the skill of putting on a good, confident show for an audience.

How do you pronounce “showmanship”?

“Showmanship” is pronounced SHOH-muhn-shihp (/ˈʃəʊ.mən.ʃɪp/ in IPA).

How do you use “showmanship” in a sentence?

Here is “showmanship” used in a sentence: “His showmanship kept even the back rows of the theater watching closely.”

What part of speech is “showmanship”?

“Showmanship” is a noun.