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- Dictionarydemonstrate/ˈdɛmənstreɪt/
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 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. More examplesFewer examples. You need to demonstrate to the examiners that you have more than a literal understanding of the text.
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.
: 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 manifest or exhibit; show: He demonstrated his courage by his actions in battle. to display openly or publicly, as feelings: to demonstrate one's anger by slamming a door. to exhibit the operation or use of (a device, process, product, or the like), usually to a purchaser or prospect: to demonstrate an automobile. verb (used without object)
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.
Definition of demonstrate verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
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.
