showcase

Language: en

🇬🇧 /ˈʃəʊˌkeɪs/ 🇺🇸 /ˈʃoʊˌkeɪs/

📖 Definitions

  1. noun
    A glass-fronted display case used for exhibiting items such as merchandise, artifacts, or collectibles.; A setting or medium that provides an opportunity to display the best qualities or features of something or someone.; A demonstration or presentation designed to highlight the merits of a product, idea, or talent.
  2. verb
    To display or present something prominently in order to highlight its best features or qualities.; To exhibit or demonstrate one's abilities, skills, or talents publicly.
  3. adjective
    Serving as a prominent display or demonstration of something noteworthy.

🔗 Details

Word forms

countable Plural: showcases 3rd sing.: showcases Past: showcased Past part.: showcased Pres part.: showcasing

Collocations

showcase for talentshowcase of innovationshowcase eventon showcaseshowcase one's skills

Synonyms

displayexhibitdemonstratehighlightfeaturepresent

Antonyms

hideconcealobscure

Commonly confused

show off
EN: 'Show off' is informal and often carries a negative connotation of boasting, while 'showcase' is neutral or positive, implying a deliberate presentation of quality.
exhibit
EN: 'Exhibit' is more formal and typically used in museum, gallery, or legal contexts; 'showcase' emphasizes presenting something to its best advantage.

Spelling tips

EN: Write 'showcase' as one word, not 'show case' (two words). The two-word form is not standard.

💬 Examples

  1. The museum placed the ancient coins in a glass showcase near the entrance.

  2. The annual film festival serves as a showcase for independent filmmakers.

  3. The company held a showcase of its latest technological innovations for potential investors.

  4. The gallery will showcase the works of emerging local artists throughout the month.

  5. The young pianist showcased her extraordinary talent at the recital.

  6. The showcase event attracted hundreds of industry professionals from around the world.