Meaning & use
demonstrate
To clearly show the existence or truth of something through evidence, reasoning, or a practical example.
See it in a sentence
The teacher demonstrated how to balance the chemical equation on the whiteboard.
Her calm response to the crisis demonstrated real leadership under pressure.
A note on using this word
"Demonstrate" also means to take part in a public protest, as in "workers demonstrated outside the factory."
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To take part in a public march or protest, usually about a political or social issue.
Thousands of workers demonstrated outside parliament against the proposed new tax.
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