show-stopper



show-stopper

The most exceptional or memorable performance or item among others; a stand-out. Yeah, the opening act was a real show-stopper—the headlining band was disappointing in comparison! All the pieces in the designer's collection were excellent, but the wedding dress was a real show-stopper.

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Saliha-Arabic
CÁRthach-Irish
KendrickKEN-drikEnglish
AbigayleAB-i-gaylEnglish (Modern)
Sands[sændz]
Kojo-Western African, Akan