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- pronunciation:
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verb |
| inflections: |
demonstrates, demonstrating, demonstrated |
| definition 1: |
When you demonstrate something, you show people how something works or how they can do it.
The dance teacher demonstrated the new movements that she wanted the students to learn.The salesperson demonstrated how to use the new mixer.- synonyms:
- detail, illustrate, show
- similar words:
- describe, exhibit, explain, teach, tell
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| definition 2: |
If a person or thing demonstrates something, they show it or help people to see it.
He likes to have guests for dinner so he can demonstrate his great skill at cooking.The art teacher said that Nina's painting demonstrated a real talent for art.- synonyms:
- display, show
- similar words:
- determine, exhibit, expose, reflect, reveal, uncover
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| related words: |
present, show |
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