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Definition of shitshow

shitshow

/ˈʃɪt.ʃoʊ/
shit · show
Plural:shitshows
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shitshow Lexical Profile

shitshow Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A situation, event, or affair marked by extreme chaos, incompetence, disorganization, or controversy (vulgar slang).

Example

"The poorly planned music festival quickly devolved into a complete shitshow when the power grid failed."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Because "shitshow" incorporates a vulgarity, it is considered coarse slang and should be avoided in formal, academic, or professional writing, though it has become increasingly common in casual journalism and political commentary.

• Nearby Words

shitlist
shitload
shitpost
shitshow
shitstorm
shitter
shittily

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shitshow. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shitshow
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