showstopper

noun
UK: /ˈʃəʊˌstɒpə(r)/
US: /ˈʃoʊˌstɑːpər/

  1. A performance, act, or item so outstanding that the audience stops the show with applause.

    1. Her dance solo was a real showstopper.
    2. The final song of the musical was a showstopper that brought the house down.

  2. A thing that is excellent or amazing.

    1. This cake is a showstopper!
    2. The new phone's camera is a real showstopper, with its high resolution and features.

  3. A problem or obstacle that prevents something from happening or progressing.

    1. Lack of funding became the showstopper for the project.
    2. The unexpected technical glitch was a showstopper, forcing them to postpone the launch.

Synonyms

sensation hit blockbuster spectacular stopper obstacle barrier stumbling block
showstopper adjective

  1. Extremely attractive and attention-grabbing.

    1. She wore a showstopper dress to the party.
    2. The design of the new building is a showstopper, drawing admiration from everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "showstopper" in English means: A performance, act, or item so outstanding that the audience stops the show with applause., A thing that is excellent or amazing., A problem or obstacle that prevents something from happening or progressing..

The phonetic transcription of "showstopper" is /ˈʃəʊˌstɒpə(r)/ in British English and /ˈʃoʊˌstɑːpər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "showstopper": sensation, hit, blockbuster, spectacular, stopper, obstacle, barrier, stumbling block.

Example usage of "showstopper": "Her dance solo was a real showstopper.". More examples on the page.