Transcription
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- [duh-mon-struh-tiv]
- /dəˈmɒn strə tɪv/
- /dɪˈmɒn.strə.tɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [duh-mon-struh-tiv]
- /dəˈmɒn strə tɪv/
Definitions of demonstrative word
- adjective demonstrative Someone who is demonstrative shows affection freely and openly. 3
- countable noun demonstrative In grammar, the words 'this', 'that', 'these', and 'those' are sometimes called demonstratives. 3
- adjective demonstrative tending to manifest or express one's feelings easily or unreservedly 3
- adjective demonstrative serving as proof; indicative 3
- adjective demonstrative involving or characterized by demonstration 3
- adjective demonstrative conclusive; indubitable 3
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Origin of demonstrative
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English demonstratif (< Middle French) < Latin dēmonstrātīvus, equivalent to dēmonstrāt(us) (see demonstrate) + -īvus -ive
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Parts of speech for Demonstrative
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
demonstrative popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for demonstrative
adj demonstrative
- effusive — unduly demonstrative; lacking reserve: effusive greetings; an effusive person.
- candid — When you are candid about something or with someone, you speak honestly.
- outspoken — uttered or expressed with frankness or without reserve: outspoken criticism.
- plain — clear or distinct to the eye or ear: a plain trail to the river; to stand in plain view.
- outpouring — outpouring.
adjective demonstrative
- warm — having or giving out a moderate degree of heat, as perceived by the senses: a warm bath.
- friendly — characteristic of or befitting a friend; showing friendship: a friendly greeting.
- conclusive — Conclusive evidence shows that something is certainly true.
Antonyms for demonstrative
adj demonstrative
- unclear — free from darkness, obscurity, or cloudiness; light: a clear day.
- vague — not clearly or explicitly stated or expressed: vague promises.
- ambiguous — If you describe something as ambiguous, you mean that it is unclear or confusing because it can be understood in more than one way.
- dishonest — not honest; disposed to lie, cheat, or steal; not worthy of trust or belief: a dishonest person.
- inexpressive — not expressive; lacking in expression.
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