A quiz show is a form of entertainment where contestants compete against each other by answering a series of questions posed by a host or a moderator. There are several synonyms for the word quiz show, including game show, trivia show, knowledge competition, and quiz program. Game show is the most prominent synonym and suggests that the show revolves around games, challenges, and winning prizes. Trivia show emphasizes the questions' trivia and implies that the contestants' knowledge on specific topics will be tested. A knowledge competition generally focuses on intellectual challenges. In contrast, a quiz program may include a casual quiz where the contestants answer questions for fun or informative purposes.