show me
Skeptic's spoken demand
Show me is a request for proof, demonstration, or evidence.
It challenges someone to back up a claim with action rather than words: You say you can fix it? Show me.
The phrase implies skepticism—talking is easy, but results matter.
Missouri is called the Show Me State, reflecting this prove-it attitude.
- revealMake something visible
- displayPresentation for viewing
- demonstrateShow or prove something
- presentGift or current moment
- exhibitItem publicly displayed
guide · point · point out · look · see · watch · explain · teach · illustrate · prove · expose · lay bare · unveil · bring to light · direct · lead · gesture · hand
epistemic stance
show meblind faith
Trust without requiring proof
trust me · believe me · leap of faith · faith alone · take for granted
information flow
show mewithhold
Refuse to give
obscure · cover up · keep secret · look away · ignorance is bliss