demonstration

Definition

  • noun: an act of showing someone how something is used or done
  • noun: an act, process, or means of 'demonstrating' to the intelligence
  • sometimes used before another noun
  • synonyms: exhibition, proof, manifestation

Examples

  • Students took part in several nonviolent/peaceful 'demonstrations' against the government.

  • Would you mind giving us 'a demonstration' so that we can see how the machine works?

  • They brought some bread to share as a 'demonstration' [='token'] 'of' goodwill.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) That's weird. Come on, just one little high five. No, thanks. I'm good. Here, just do this... But with your hand. Thank you for that demonstration. Really cleared up exactly what I will not be doing. Branch, it's a high five. The others lead to certain death. Get perspective. (..)
    2016 Trolls