demonstrate Definition
- 1to show or prove something clearly and convincingly
- 2to take part in a public meeting or march in order to show your support for or opposition to something
Using demonstrate: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "demonstrate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The teacher demonstrated the experiment to the class.
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She demonstrated her commitment to the cause by attending the protest.
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The company demonstrated its new product at the trade fair.
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He demonstrated his skill on the guitar by playing a difficult piece.
demonstrate Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms Using demonstrate
demonstrate one's colors
to reveal one's true character or beliefs
Example
The scandal demonstrated his true colors as a dishonest businessman.
demonstrate one's mettle
to show one's courage or ability to handle pressure
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The athlete demonstrated her mettle by winning the championship despite an injury.
to teach or show someone how to do something
Example
He demonstrated to the new employee how to use the software.
Phrases with demonstrate
to publicly show opposition to something
Example
Thousands of people demonstrated against the government's decision to raise taxes.
to publicly show support for something
Example
The workers demonstrated for better pay and working conditions.
demonstrate one's worth
to prove one's value or ability
Example
She demonstrated her worth to the company by increasing sales by 50%.
Origins of demonstrate
from Latin 'demonstratus', past participle of 'demonstrare', meaning 'to point out, indicate, demonstrate'
Summary: demonstrate in Brief
The verb 'demonstrate' [ˈdɛmənstreɪt] means to show or prove something convincingly, as in 'The teacher demonstrated the experiment to the class.' It can also refer to participating in a public meeting or march to show support or opposition, as in 'Thousands of people demonstrated against the government's decision to raise taxes.' 'Demonstrate' is often used in phrases like 'demonstrate against,' 'demonstrate for,' and 'demonstrate one's worth.'
