showmanship
Translation
showmanship
Examples
The magician's showmanship impressed the audience.
The magician's showmanship impressed the audience.
He lacks the showmanship to be a great performer.
He lacks the showmanship to be a great performer.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) the skill of presenting something in an entertaining way. His showmanship is legendary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flair, panache, theatricality
Etymology
From 'show' + 'man' + '-ship' (a suffix denoting skill or status). The skill of a showman.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'ship' full of 'showmen' sailing to put on a performance.