Showmanship

//ˈʃəʊ.mən.ʃɪp// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The quality or skill of giving an engaging or compelling performance; a stage presence. uncountable, usually

    "The act was clean and well-rehearsed, but the performers lacked the showmanship that would have made it great."

  2. 2
    the ability to present something (especially theatrical shows) in an attractive manner wordnet

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showmanismshowmanryvirtuosity

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"The act was clean and well-rehearsed, but the performers lacked the showmanship that would have made it great."

Etymology

From showman + -ship.

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