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    Démonstration (en. Demonstration)

    /de.mɔ̃s.tʁa.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An exhibition or explanation that serves to prove a statement.
    The scientific demonstration was well received.
    La démonstration scientifique a été bien accueillie.
    The public presentation of a product or service.
    We attended a demonstration of this new gadget.
    Nous avons assisté à une démonstration de ce nouveau gadget.
    A manifestation of support or opposition.
    He participated in a demonstration for animal rights.
    Il a participé à une démonstration pour les droits des animaux.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'demonstratio', which means proof or indication.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    display of strength
    Manifestation of power or authority.
    démonstration de force
    practical demonstration
    Concrete exhibition of a know-how.
    démonstration pratique
    public demonstration
    Open presentation to the public to illustrate a fact.
    démonstration publique

    Related Words

    demonstrate
    Prove through an action or concrete elements.
    démontrer
    demonstrable
    That can be proven.
    démontrable
    demonstrative
    That clearly expresses an intention or emotions.
    démonstratif

    Slang Meanings

    A showy act, a successful showcase.
    Her presentation was a real demonstration!
    Sa présentation, c'était une vraie démonstration !
    A striking proof in an informal context.
    This action is a demonstration of his talent.
    Cette action est une démonstration de son talent.