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demonstrate definition

dem·on·strate (dem′ən strāt′)

transitive verb demonstrated -·strat′ed, demonstrating -·strat′·ing

  1. to show by reasoning; prove
  2. to explain or make clear by using examples, experiments, etc.
  3. to show the operation or working of; specif., to show (a product) in use in an effort to sell it
  4. to show (feelings) plainly

Etymology: < L demonstratus, pp. of demonstrare, to point out, show < de-, out, from + monstrare, to show: see muster

intransitive verb

  1. to show one's feelings or views by taking part in a mass meeting, parade, etc.
  2. to show military power or preparedness

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demonstrate Synonyms

demonstrate

v.

  1. To prove

    show, make evident, confirm; see prove.

  2. To explain

    express, illustrate, make clear; see describe, explain.

  3. To present for effect

    exhibit, manifest, parade; see display 1.


Webster's New World Roget's A-Z Thesaurus Copyright © 1999 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

demonstrate Usage Examples

Object

  • ability: To demonstrate the ability to achieve full cost recovery in respect of Client Services.

Noun phrase with adjective complement

  • onsite: We have several showrooms and can demonstrate all equipment onsite.

Modifying Another Word

  • clearly: The evidence clearly demonstrates a serious risk in the terms required for a closure order.

Used with why or when

  • why: Our Shopping Comparison Guide Below Clearly Demonstrates Why You Should Buy a Stihl Chain Saw.. .
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