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What is the difference between words showed and shown?

The difference between "showed" and "shown" lies in their grammatical function and usage:

* Showed is the past tense of the verb "to show." It describes an action that happened in the past.

* Example: "She showed me her new painting."

* Shown is the past participle of the verb "to show." It can be used in two ways:

1. As part of a perfect tense: This indicates an action completed in the past.

* Example: "She has shown me her new painting." (Present perfect)

* Example: "She had shown me her new painting before I left." (Past perfect)

2. As an adjective: This describes something that has been displayed or revealed.

* Example: "The shown evidence was convincing."

* Example: "The shown film was a great success."

In summary:

* Use "showed" when describing an action that happened in the past.

* Use "shown" in perfect tenses or when describing something that has been displayed or revealed.

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