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demonstratively

/dɪˈmɑːn.strə.tɪv.li/
de · mon · stra · tive · ly
Adjective:demonstrative
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• adverb

1

In a way that openly and unreservedly shows feelings or emotions, especially affection.

Example

"She greeted her old college friends demonstratively with warm hugs and joyful laughter."

2

In a manner that serves as conclusive evidence or proof; by means of logical demonstration.

Example

"The theorem was demonstratively established through a series of rigorous mathematical proofs."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'demonstratively' (in an openly expressive or emotional way) with 'demonstrably' (in a way that is clearly apparent or capable of being logically proved).

• Rhymes for demonstratively

• Nearby Words

demonstration
demonstrational
demonstrative
demonstratively
demonstrativeness
demonstrator
demoralization

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'demonstrative' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', tracing back to the Latin 'demonstrativus' ('pointing out, tending to show'), from 'demonstrare' ('to point out, indicate, prove').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Demonstratively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/demonstratively
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