Showcase: meaning, definitions and examples
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showcase
[ ˈʃoʊ.keɪs ]
business
A display or demonstration of a product or products, especially one that is impressive or eye-catching.
Synonyms
demo, display, exhibition.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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showcase |
Used when presenting the best features or aspects of something, often in a way that highlights its unique qualities.
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exhibition |
Used for a public showing of items, art, or skills, often organized and curated for an audience.
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display |
General term for placing items where they can be seen, usually to draw attention or provide information.
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demo |
Commonly used in informal situations to refer to a short presentation or demonstration of how something works.
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Examples of usage
- The company set up a showcase of their latest technology at the trade fair.
- The new smartphone was the showcase of the event.
presentation
To exhibit or present (a product or products) to the public or potential customers.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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showcase |
Use when highlighting something's best features or qualities, often in a promotional or celebratory context.
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exhibit |
Commonly used in more formal or organized settings, such as museums or galleries, for viewing by the public.
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display |
Suitable for general use when showing something visibly, often arranged purposely for viewing.
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present |
Used when formally introducing or showing something to an audience, often accompanied by an explanation or narration.
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Examples of usage
- The designer showcased her new collection during Fashion Week.
- The artist will showcase his paintings at the gallery.
Translations
Translations of the word "showcase" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vitrine
- exibição
- mostruário
🇮🇳 प्रदर्शन
- शोकेस
- प्रदर्शन कक्ष
🇩🇪 Schaufenster
- Vitrine
- Ausstellung
🇮🇩 etalase
- pameran
- tampilan
🇺🇦 вітрина
- показ
- демонстрація
🇵🇱 witryna
- ekspozycja
- pokaz
🇯🇵 ショーケース
- 展示
- 陳列
🇫🇷 vitrine
- vitrine d'exposition
- présentation
🇪🇸 vitrina
- escaparate
- exhibición
🇹🇷 vitrin
- sergi
- gösterim
🇰🇷 진열장
- 전시
- 쇼케이스
🇸🇦 واجهة عرض
- معرض
- عرض
🇨🇿 výloha
- vitrína
- přehlídka
🇸🇰 výklad
- vitrína
- prehliadka
🇨🇳 展示橱窗
- 展示
- 橱窗
🇸🇮 izložba
- vitrina
- razstava
🇮🇸 sýningarskáli
- sýning
- gluggaskápur
🇰🇿 көрме
- витрина
- көрсетілім
🇬🇪 ვიტრინა
- გამოფენა
- ჩვენება
🇦🇿 vitrin
- sərgi
- nümayiş
🇲🇽 vitrina
- escaparate
- exhibición
Etymology
The word 'showcase' originated in the early 18th century from the combination of 'show' and 'case'. It originally referred to a glass case used for displaying or protecting valuable items. Over time, the term evolved to also mean a display or demonstration of products. The concept of showcasing products has become increasingly important in marketing and business, with companies using showcases to highlight their best offerings.
See also: show, showable, showbiz, showcased, showdown, showed, shower, showery, showily, showiness, showing, showjumper, showman, showmanship, showmen, shown, showpiece, showroom, shows, showstopper, showup, showy.