demonstrate

dem-on-strate · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To show or make evident by reasoning or proof.

  2. 2.

    To describe, explain, or illustrate by examples or practical application.

  3. 3.

    To take part in a public protest or march.

  4. 4.

    To show the existence or truth of something.

Related words

Antonyms: conceal, hide
See also: protest, prove, show
Synonyms: exhibit, illustrate, prove, show

Etymology

From Latin demonstrare, from de- (completely) + monstrare (to show), from monstrum (omen, monster). First recorded in English in the mid-16th century, originally meaning "to point out."