demonstrate

Meanings

• Verb

  To make something clear or evident by providing examples or explanations.

  - "The teacher demonstrated the concept of photosynthesis by performing an experiment in front of the class."
  - "The salesperson demonstrated the product's features to the potential buyer."
  - "The chef demonstrated various cooking techniques to the students."

• Verb

  To present or exhibit something publicly, typically for the purpose of persuading or informing.

  - "The activist group demonstrated against the new policy outside the city hall."
  - "The orchestra demonstrated their musical talents during the concert."
  - "The artist demonstrated her latest paintings at the gallery opening."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdɛmənstɹeɪt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with demonstrate
apothegmize , apparize , appraise , bazaarize , craze , daze , frazzle , haze , mummify , praise , razzle , surmise

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Variants

List of all variants of demonstrate that leads to same result
demonstrate , demonstrated , demonstrates , demonstrating , counter-demonstrate , counter-demonstrated , counter-demonstrates , counter-demonstrating , counter-demonstrator , counter-demonstrators , counterdemonstrate , counterdemonstrated , counterdemonstrates , counterdemonstrating , counterdemonstrator , counterdemonstrators

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'demonstrare,' meaning 'to make clear' or 'to show,' derived from 'demonstrare,' meaning 'to make known,' from 'de' (meaning 'away') + 'monstrare' (meaning 'to show').

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Trivia

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1. The word 'demonstrate' is derived from the Latin word 'demonstrare,' which means 'to make clear' or 'to show.'

2. In ancient Greece, philosophers would engage in public demonstrations, or 'demonstrations,' to share their ideas and theories with others.

3. The term 'demonstration effect' refers to the idea that people are more likely to adopt a behavior if they see others doing it.

4. In mathematics, a demonstration proof is a proof that is presented in a clear and convincing way, often with the use of diagrams or examples.

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Related Concepts

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1. Explain: Related concept, as 'demonstrate' also involves making something clear or understandable through the use of words or examples.

2. Demonstration: A public display or presentation of something, often with the intention of persuading or informing.

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Culture

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In literature, 'demonstrate' has been used to convey the idea of providing evidence or proof, as in legal or scientific contexts. In art, it can refer to the act of displaying or exhibiting works for public viewing. In music, it can refer to a musical demonstration or performance.

How to Memorize "demonstrate"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself making something clear or evident to someone else by providing examples or explanations.
   - Visualize the process of demonstrating an idea or concept.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'demonstrate' with the idea of making something clear or evident.
   - Create an association between 'demonstrate' and the act of providing examples or explanations.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Demonstrate is making clear' to help remember the meaning of the word.
   - Create a mental image of demonstrating an idea or concept to help remember the meaning of the word.

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