demonstration

/,deməns'treiʃn/
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demonstration

A teacher gives a clear demonstration of a simple science experiment.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A public expression of group opinion, often political: An organized public march or gathering to show support for or protest against something.
    • An act of showing and explaining how something works: A practical exhibition and explanation of the function, merits, or use of a product, process, or idea.
    • Proof or clear evidence: An act of proving something logically or making something evident through argument or evidence.
    • A military show of force: A display of military power intended as a warning or threat without engaging in full combat.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The students organized a peaceful demonstration against the new policy.
    • The salesperson gave a demonstration of the new software's features.
    • His recovery is a clear demonstration of the treatment's effectiveness.
    • The naval exercises were a demonstration of the country's military readiness.
Advanced Usage
  • "To hold/stage a demonstration": To organize and carry out a public protest or rally.
    • The union plans to hold a demonstration outside the factory gates.
  • "Proof by demonstration": Proving something by showing it in action or through practical example.
    • He provided proof by demonstration, showing the machine's flaw in real time.
Variants and Related Words
  • Demonstrate (verb): To show clearly, to prove, or to take part in a public protest.
    • She will demonstrate the correct procedure.
    • Thousands gathered to demonstrate for climate action.
  • Demonstrative (adjective): Tending to show feelings openly; serving as conclusive proof.
    • He is very demonstrative with his affection.
    • The data was demonstrative of a clear trend.
  • Demonstrator (noun): A person who takes part in a public protest; a person who shows how a product works.
    • The demonstrators marched through the city center.
    • A product demonstrator was giving out free samples at the store.
Synonyms
  • Protest: An expression of disapproval, often in a public form.
  • Exhibition: A public display of works of art, items of interest, or skills.
  • Illustration: An example serving to explain or prove something.
  • Manifestation: An event, action, or object that clearly shows or embodies something.
Related Phrases
  • Demonstration effect: The influence that the visible success or adoption of a product, idea, or behavior has on others.
    • The new car's popularity had a strong demonstration effect on the neighbors.
  • Demonstration project: A pilot project designed to show the feasibility or benefits of a new idea or technology.
    • The city launched a demonstration project for renewable energy in public housing.
Idioms
  • A demonstration of force: A show of military strength intended to intimidate or deter.
    • The fleet's deployment was a clear demonstration of force to the neighboring country.
  • To be a demonstration of something: To serve as a clear example or proof of a particular quality.
    • Her dedication is a demonstration of true leadership.
demonstration

A teacher gives a clear demonstration of a simple science experiment.

Noun
  1. a visual presentation showing how something works
    • the lecture was accompanied by dramatic demonstrations
    • the lecturer shot off a pistol as a demonstration of the startle response
  2. proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion
  3. a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature)
    • there were violent demonstrations against the war
  4. a show of military force or preparedness
    • he confused the enemy with feints and demonstrations
  5. a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view
    • the presentation of new data
    • he gave the customer a demonstration