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- Dictionarydem·on·strate/ˈdemənˌstrāt/
verb
- 1. give a practical exhibition and explanation of (how a machine, skill, or craft works or is performed): "computerized design methods will be demonstrated" Similar
- 2. clearly show the existence or truth of (something) by giving proof or evidence: "their shameful silence demonstrates their ineptitude" Similar Opposite
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: to show clearly. demonstrate a willingness to cooperate. must demonstrate mastery of the subject matter in order to pass the class. The police demonstrated calm restraint during the riot. 2. a. : to prove or make clear by reasoning or evidence. crowded classrooms that demonstrate the need for more schools in the area. b.
to express or show that you have a particular feeling, quality, or ability: He has demonstrated a genuine interest in the project. His answer demonstrated a complete lack of understanding of the question. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. demonstrate verb (PROTEST) B2 [ I ]
verb (used with object) , dem·on·strat·ed, dem·on·strat·ing. to make evident or establish by arguments or reasoning; prove: to demonstrate a philosophical principle. Synonyms: corroborate, verify, confirm, show. to describe, explain, or illustrate by examples, specimens, experiments, or the like:
to show something and explain how it works: He got a job demonstrating kitchen equipment in a department store. [ + question word ] The teacher demonstrated how to use the equipment. Fewer examples. You need to demonstrate to the examiners that you have more than a literal understanding of the text.
verb. provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes. “This decision demonstrates his sense of fairness” synonyms: attest, certify, evidence, manifest. attest. establish or verify the usage of. see more. verb. march in protest; take part in a demonstration.
1. (Logic) ( tr) to show, manifest, or prove, esp by reasoning, evidence, etc: it is easy to demonstrate the truth of this proposition. 2. ( tr) to evince; reveal the existence of: the scheme later demonstrated a fatal flaw. 3. ( tr) to explain or illustrate by experiment, example, etc.
1.verb B2. To demonstrate a fact means to make it clear to people. The study also demonstrated a direct link between obesity and mortality. [VERB noun] You have to demonstrate that you are reliable. [VERB that] They are anxious to demonstrate to the voters that they have practical policies. [VERB + to]
Definition of demonstrate verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Definition of demonstrate verb in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
adjective. having been demonstrated or verified beyond doubt. synonyms: incontestable, incontestible. incapable of being contested or disputed. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Demonstrated." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/demonstrated. Accessed 12 Jul. 2024. Copy citation.
