Transcription
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- [duh-mon-struh-tiv]
- /dəˈmɒn strə tɪv/
- /dɪ.ˈmɒn.strə.tɪ.vli/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [duh-mon-struh-tiv]
- /dəˈmɒn strə tɪv/
Definitions of demonstratively word
- adjective demonstratively characterized by or given to open exhibition or expression of one's emotions, attitudes, etc., especially of love or affection: She wished her fiancé were more demonstrative. 1
- adjective demonstratively serving to demonstrate; explanatory or illustrative. 1
- adjective demonstratively serving to prove the truth of anything; indubitably conclusive. 1
- adjective demonstratively Grammar. indicating or singling out the thing referred to. This is a demonstrative pronoun. 1
- noun demonstratively Grammar. a demonstrative word, as this or there. 1
- noun demonstratively In a demonstrative manner. 1
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Origin of demonstratively
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 Demonstratively
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
demonstratively 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.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
demonstratively usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for demonstratively
adverb demonstratively
- affectionately — showing, indicating, or characterized by affection or love; fondly tender: an affectionate embrace.
- warmly — having or giving out a moderate degree of heat, as perceived by the senses: a warm bath.
- lovingly — feeling or showing love; warmly affectionate; fond: loving glances.
- hyper-emotional — pertaining to or involving emotion or the emotions.
- effusively — unduly demonstrative; lacking reserve: effusive greetings; an effusive person.
Antonyms for demonstratively
adverb demonstratively
- reservedly — kept or set apart for some particular use or purpose.
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