provide evidence for
“The blood test showed that he was the father”
establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment
“The mathematician showed the validity of the conjecture”
a social event involving a public performance or entertainment
“they wanted to see some of the shows on Broadway”
finish third or better in a horse or dog race
“he bet $2 on number six to show”
give evidence of, as of records
“The diary shows his distress that evening”
make visible or noticeable
“She showed her talent for cooking”
the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining
“a remarkable show of skill”
pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression
“that ceremony is just for show”
take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
“The usher showed us to our seats”