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Demonstration

UK /["/ˌdemənˈstreɪʃn/"]/US /["/ˌdemənˈstreɪʃn/"]/

Definition

a public meeting or a march (= an organized walk by many people) at which people show that they are protesting against or supporting somebody/something

In simple words: A public event to show or explain something.

Examples

  • The teacher gave a clear demonstration of the scientific experiment.
  • They organized a demonstration in the city center to protest against the new law.
  • This app includes a demonstration on how to use all its features effectively.
  • A demonstration of the new software helped the employees understand it better.
  • Thousands joined the demonstration to demand better working conditions.
  • She gave a great demonstration of her cooking skills during the class.
  • The demonstration outside the parliament lasted several hours.
  • He provided a demonstration on how to solve complex math problems.

Usage notes

Use 'demonstration' in contexts like events, teaching, or when showing how something works. Avoid using in informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

demonstration + of/for + object

Memory hint

Think of 'demo' and imagine a crowd watching a show.

Collocations

  • big
  • huge
  • large
  • hold
  • organize
  • stage
  • take place
  • call for something
  • greet
  • at a/​the demonstration
  • during a/​the demonstration
  • demonstration against
  • physical
  • practical
  • live
  • conduct
  • do
  • give somebody
  • clear
  • convincing
  • dramatic
  • provide

Synonyms

  • exhibition
  • show
  • presentation
  • display
  • explanation

Antonyms

  • concealment
  • hiding

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'demonstrate' as a verb.
  • Using in overly casual settings.
  • Mixing up with 'presentation' which is more formal.