demonstrate

verb

(transitive) To show, display, or present; to prove or make evident

(transitive) To show how to use (something).

To show the steps taken to create a logical argument or equation.

(intransitive) To participate in or organize a demonstration.

Roots

monstromonstr- · Latin · show

Synonyms for demonstrate

provev shown exhibitn attestv evidencen manifestadj evincev presentadj exemplifyv illustratev establishv indicatev

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Where does demonstrate come from?

The word demonstrate breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root monstr-, from Latin monstro (“show”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.