Demonstrate

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪt/

Definitions of demonstrate

verb to show or prove something clearly through evidence or examples

Example Sentences

A1 I will demonstrate how to tie your shoelaces.

A2 The teacher will demonstrate the proper way to solve the math problem.

B1 The chef will demonstrate how to make a delicious pasta dish.

B2 The scientist will demonstrate the results of their experiment to the research team.

C1 The CEO will demonstrate the new company strategy to the board of directors.

C2 The expert will demonstrate advanced techniques to the workshop participants.

Examples of demonstrate in a Sentence

formal The scientist was able to demonstrate the effectiveness of the new drug through a series of carefully controlled experiments.

informal She demonstrated how to do a perfect cartwheel in the gym.

slang He really knows how to demonstrate his skills on the basketball court.

figurative Her actions demonstrate her commitment to the cause more than words ever could.

Grammatical Forms of demonstrate

• past tense: demonstrated
• plural: demonstrate
• comparative: more demonstrate
• superlative: most demonstrate
• present tense: demonstrate
• future tense: will demonstrate
• perfect tense: have demonstrated
• continuous tense: is demonstrating
• singular: demonstrates
• positive degree: demonstrate
• infinitive: to demonstrate
• gerund: demonstrating
• participle: demonstrating

Origin and Evolution of demonstrate

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'demonstrate' originated from the Latin word 'demonstratus', which is the past participle of 'demonstrare' meaning 'to point out or show'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'demonstrate' has evolved to not only mean 'to show or prove something clearly' but also to refer to the act of participating in a public display of opinion or sentiment through a march or protest.