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manifest

[ˈmænɪfest]

manifest Definition

  • 1clear or obvious to the eye or mind
  • 2display or show (a quality or feeling) by one's acts or appearance; demonstrate
  • 3a list of cargo, passengers, or goods carried on a ship or plane

Using manifest: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "manifest" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The symptoms of the disease were manifest.

  • Example

    He manifested his anger by slamming the door.

  • Example

    The captain must submit a manifest of all passengers and cargo before departure.

  • Example

    The company's commitment to sustainability is manifest in their eco-friendly practices.

manifest Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with manifest

  • the belief that the United States was destined to expand its territory across the entire North American continent, from the Atlantic to the Pacific

    Example

    Manifest destiny was used to justify the annexation of Texas and the acquisition of California and other western territories.

  • an expression or demonstration of love

    Example

    He showed his wife a manifestation of love by cooking her favorite meal.

  • the intended or obvious function of a social structure or institution

    Example

    The manifest function of education is to provide knowledge and skills to students.

Origins of manifest

from Latin 'manifestus', meaning 'obvious'

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Summary: manifest in Brief

The term 'manifest' [ˈmænɪfest] refers to something that is clear or obvious, whether it be a quality, feeling, or physical object. It can also mean to display or demonstrate something, as in 'He manifested his anger by slamming the door.' Additionally, 'manifest' can refer to a list of cargo or passengers on a ship or plane. The phrase 'manifest destiny' refers to the belief that the United States was destined to expand its territory across the entire North American continent.

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