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showstopper

UK
/ˈʃəʊˌstɒp.ə/
US
/ˈʃoʊˌstɑː.pɚ/

Translations

showstoppernoun
showstoppers
pl
UK
/ˈʃəʊˌstɒp.ə/
US
/ˈʃoʊˌstɑː.pɚ/
clou du spectacle
The singer's rendition of the ballad was a real showstopper, earning her a standing ovation.
L'interprétation de la ballade par la chanteuse a été un véritable clou du spectacle, lui valant une standing ovation.
point bloquantEmploi courant en contexte professionnel ou technique.
The lack of funding became a showstopper for the project, halting all development.
Le manque de financement est devenu un point bloquant pour le projet, stoppant tout développement.
Additional translations
pièce maîtressePour une chose particulièrement remarquable ou attrayante.
Synonyms
spectacle
stunner
attraction
highlight
blockbuster
showstopperadjective
UK
/ˈʃəʊˌstɒp.ə/
US
/ˈʃoʊˌstɑːp.ɚ/
Often used attributively to describe something exceptionally impressive (e.g., "a showstopper dress")
She walked in wearing a showstopper red gown.
Elle est entrée vêtue d'une robe rouge spectaculaire.
Additional translations
impressionnantSelon le contexte, pour insister sur l'effet visuel ou l'impact.

Definitions

showstoppernoun
A performance or segment of a performance that is so impressive it receives prolonged applause from the audience.
The singer's rendition of the ballad was a real showstopper, earning her a standing ovation.
An obstacle or problem that prevents progress or makes it impossible to proceed.
The lack of funding became a showstopper for the project, halting all development.
A person or thing that is strikingly impressive or attractive.
The triple-layer cake was a showstopper at the wedding reception.
showstopperadjective
Exceptionally impressive or attention-grabbing.
She walked in wearing a showstopper red gown.
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