Demonstrative

/dɪˈmɒnstrətɪv/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A demonstrative pronoun or adjective.

In grammar, 'that' is an example of a demonstrative used to refer to something further away.

adjective

Tending to demonstrate or show feelings, especially by expressing them openly.

She was very demonstrative, frequently hugging her friends to show her affection.

Characterized by the use of gestures and expressions to convey emotions.

His demonstrative style of speaking kept the audience engaged throughout the presentation.

Used to describe pronouns or adjectives that indicate specific things or people (e.g., this, that, these, those).

In the sentence, 'This book is interesting,' the word 'this' is a demonstrative pronoun.

From Latin 'demonstrativus', from 'demonstrare' which means to point out.

demonstrative evidence

Evidence that clearly shows something is true.

demonstrative pronoun

A pronoun used to indicate a particular thing or person.

demonstrative approach

A method of teaching or explaining that involves clear demonstration.

demonstrate

To show or prove something clearly and convincingly.

demonstration

A public display or explanation of something.

Overly emotional.

That guy is so demonstrative, he always cries at movies.

Showy or flashy in behavior.

She’s a bit too demonstrative for my taste at parties, always drawing attention.