Synonyms for

Demonstration

Verb / ˌdemʌˈnstreɪʃʌn / Another word for demonstration — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a public display of group opinion or feeling, often in the form of a march or rally

Synonyms & similar words

presentation monstrance manifestation presentment demo protest march rally mobilization sit-in walkout strike boycott display presentation exhibition unveiling performance show manifestation expression declaration statement affirmation

Synonyms by register

Formal

exhibition manifestation illustration indication

Informal

showing display protest march

Literary

revelation unveiling exposition

Antonyms

concealment hiding suppression obscurity secrecy disguise

Common collocations

  • public demonstration
  • scientific demonstration
  • demonstration of support
  • demonstration of power
  • peaceful demonstration
  • violent demonstration
  • demonstration project
  • demonstration of skill

Word family

noun demonstration
verb demonstrate
adjective demonstrative
adverb demonstratively

Usage note

Can refer to a protest or a showing of how something works. Context is key to understanding the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. The students organized a demonstration to protest against the new school policies.
  2. The community held a peaceful demonstration to demand justice.
  3. The workers went on a demonstration to demand better working conditions.
  4. The politician spoke at a demonstration in support of human rights.
  5. The activists organized a demonstration to raise awareness about climate change.

Quotes

  • A demonstration is a show. And you cannot show anything without showing yourself first. - Alejandro Jodorowsky
  • A demonstration of good manners goes a long way. - Kate Reardon
  • I believe in peaceful, nonviolent protest and respectful demonstrations. - Colin Kaepernick

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