demonstrative
/di'mɔnstrətiv/
Definition
Adjective:
- Serving to demonstrate or prove something: Used to describe something that clearly shows or illustrates a point, often through evidence or logical argument.
- Given to or marked by the open expression of emotion: Describes a person or behavior that freely and openly shows feelings, such as affection.
Noun:
- A pronoun that points out an intended referent: In grammar, a word (like this, that, these, those) used to indicate or point to specific things or people.
Examples of Usage
Adjective:
- The scientist provided demonstrative evidence to support her theory. (The evidence clearly showed and proved the theory.)
- He comes from a very demonstrative family who are always hugging. (The family openly expresses their affection.)
Noun:
- In the sentence "This is my book," the word "this" is a demonstrative. (It points out the specific book being referred to.)
Advanced Usage
- "Demonstrative of": Serving as clear evidence or proof of a particular quality.
- Her dedication to the project was demonstrative of her strong work ethic. (Her dedication clearly showed her strong work ethic.)
Variants and Related Words
- Demonstrate (verb): To show clearly, to prove, or to take part in a public protest.
- She will demonstrate the new software features.
- Demonstration (noun): The act of showing or proving something; a public protest or rally.
- The teacher gave a clear demonstration of the experiment.
- Demonstrably (adverb): In a way that is clearly apparent or capable of being proven.
- The plan is demonstrably effective.
Synonyms
- Adjective (showing emotion): Expressive, affectionate, effusive, open.
- Adjective (serving to prove): Illustrative, indicative, evidential, conclusive.
- Noun: Demonstrative pronoun, pointer.
Related Phrases
- Demonstrative adjective: A grammatical term for words like , , , when they modify a noun (e.g., ).
- In "those houses," "those" is a demonstrative adjective.
Adjective
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serving to demonstrate
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given to or marked by the open expression of emotion
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an affectionate and demonstrative family
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Noun
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a pronoun that points out an intended referent
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