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demonstrate Definition

dem·on·strate (dem′ən strāt′)

transitive verb -·strat′ed, -·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

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.

demonstrate Usage Examples

Object

  • ability: To demonstrate the ability to achieve full cost recovery in respect of Client Services.
  • commitment: We ask our leaders to demonstrate commitment, not engage in hollow promises.
  • competence: Workplace assessment is required so as to demonstrate competence in role.
  • understanding: The answer will demonstrate a secure understanding of the historical period or periods under discussion.
  • importance: Thus demonstrating the importance of both in Medieval society.
  • compliance: However, Good Practice Guides are voluntary, so businesses may demonstrate compliance with the legislation in other ways.

Subject

finding: Liberal Democrats are totally opposed to incineration, as are the public, as clearly demonstrated by the findings of the consultation with residents.

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.
  • amply: His acidic quick wit is also amply demonstrated on BBC radio shows such as Just A Minute.
  • conclusively: It also appears to be relatively inexpensive and may even be cost saving, although this has not been conclusively demonstrated.
  • convincingly: Moreover, as in my view Dr. C convincingly demonstrated, her neurological condition remains about as bad as it could be.
  • graphically: Apparently SCIMAC have " graphically demonstrated consideration for the views of the public " .
  • consistently: Chronic epilepsy All hospital studies of newly diagnosed epilepsy have consistently demonstrated that 20 - 30 % of patients do not enter remission 1-3.

Used with why or when

  • why: Our Shopping Comparison Guide Below Clearly Demonstrates Why You Should Buy a Stihl Chain Saw.. .
  • what: These demonstrate what the expected level of achievement is in history for each age group in the school.
  • when: This is graphically demonstrated when you look at their salaries.
  • where: Maybe, but the trouble is, you don't demonstrate where I've done this.
  • which: Do you want to demonstrate which areas of your service are meeting standards of best practice?

Preposition: by

finding: Liberal Democrats are totally opposed to incineration, as are the public, as clearly demonstrated by the findings of the consultation with residents.