demonstrate Definition
dem·on·strate (dem′ən strāt′)
transitive verb -·strat′ed, -·strat′·ing
- to show by reasoning; prove
- to explain or make clear by using examples, experiments, etc.
- to show the operation or working of; specif., to show (a product) in use in an effort to sell it
- to show (feelings) plainly
Etymology: < L demonstratus, pp. of demonstrare, to point out, show < de-, out, from + monstrare, to show: see muster
intransitive verb
- to show one's feelings or views by taking part in a mass meeting, parade, etc.
- to show military power or preparedness
demonstrate Synonyms
demonstrate
v.
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.
Browse dictionary entries near demonstrate
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- ‹ demonize
- ‹ demonism
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