shewn
Definition
Shewn is an archaic past participle of the verb show. In modern English, it has been largely replaced by "shown." It means to have demonstrated, displayed, or made visible.
Usage Examples
- (The evidence was displayed or presented to the jury.)
- (He had demonstrated great bravery during the battle.)
- (The map displayed on the wall was old and faded.)
Advanced Usage
- "Shewn" in historical or literary contexts: This form is often used in older texts, legal documents (especially British English historically), or in poetic or formal writing to evoke an older style.
- In the manuscript, the errors were shewn in red ink. (The errors were indicated or displayed in red ink.)
- She hath shewn mercy to the poor. (She has shown mercy to the poor.) — Hath is also archaic for has.
Variants and Related Words
- Show (verb, present tense): to make visible or demonstrate.
- I show my work to the teacher.
- Shown (past participle, modern form): the standard contemporary equivalent of "shewn."
- The results have been shown to be accurate.
- Showing (present participle): the act of displaying or demonstrating.
- The film is showing at the cinema.
Synonyms
- Displayed: to have put something in a place where it can be seen.
- Demonstrated: to have clearly shown evidence of something.
- Exhibited: to have shown something publicly for viewing.
- Revealed: to have made something known or visible that was hidden.
Related Idioms
- "To shew one's hand" (archaic variant of "to show one's hand"): to reveal one's intentions or plans.
- He refused to shew his hand until the final negotiation. (He refused to reveal his plans.)
- "To shew off" (archaic variant of "to show off"): to display one's abilities or possessions in a boastful way.
- She would often shew off her new dress. (She would boastfully display her new dress.)
Phrasal Verbs
- Shew in (archaic for "show in"): to escort someone into a room or building.
- The butler shewed the guests in. (The butler escorted the guests into the house.)
- Shew out (archaic for "show out"): to escort someone out of a room or building.
- He shewed the visitor out. (He escorted the visitor outside.)
- Shew up (archaic for "show up"): to arrive or appear; also to expose someone.
- She failed to shew up at the meeting. (She failed to appear at the meeting.)