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Definition show up in British English

show up phrasal verb

phrasal verb
Example

I'll be very surprised if they show up on time.

2

if something shows up, people can see it

Example

The writing didn't show up very well on yellow paper.

Synonyms and related words
obvious apparent show up
2.1

to make it possible to see something

Example

The white seat covers showed up every speck of dirt.

Synonyms and related words
obvious apparent show up
3

to behave in a way that makes someone who you are with feel embarrassed

Example

You're always showing me up in front of my friends.

Synonyms and related words
embarrass humiliate shame
Definition show up in British English