demonstration · noun /ˌdem.ənˈstreɪ.ʃən/
Word family
Nouns: demonstration, demonstrator
Adjectives: demonstrative
Verbs: demonstrate
demonstration (MARCH)
B2 C when a group of people march or stand together to show that they disagree with or support something or someone
Dictionary examples:
The students are holding a demonstration to protest against higher tuition.
Protesters staged an anti-war demonstration.
Learner example:
There were many demonstrations and violence. (First Certificate in English; B2; Polish)
demonstration (SHOWING)
C1 C or U showing how to do something, or how something works
Dictionary examples:
Let me give you a demonstration of how the camera works.
a cooking demonstration
Learner example:
Some of our workers will give you a demonstration on how they produce, step-by-step, some of the world's best-known rings and necklaces. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Spanish)
demonstration (PROOF)
C1 C or U proof that something exists or is true
Dictionary example:
This disaster is a clear demonstration of the need for tighter controls.
Learner example:
Most women are now allowed to wear [pants] and this is a demonstration of the change of [their] role in society throughout the years. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Italian)
