Associations to the word «Showstopper»
Noun
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Wiktionary
SHOWSTOPPER, noun. A performance or segment of a theatrical production that induces a positive audience reaction strong enough to pause the production.
SHOWSTOPPER, noun. Any impediment that prevents all further progress; especially a software bug that must be fixed before any further development is possible.
Dictionary definition
SHOWSTOPPER, noun. An act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down.
SHOWSTOPPER, noun. Something that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal; "she has a show-stopper of a smile"; "the brilliant orange flowers against the green foliage were a showstopper".
Wise words
Men govern nothing with more difficulty than their tongues,
and can moderate their desires more than their words.