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DEMONSTRATIVE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster Est. 1828 Dictionary Definition adjective noun adjective 2 adjective noun Synonyms Example Sentences Word History Entries Near Cite this Entry Citation Kids Definition Kids More from M-W Show more Show more Citation Kids More from M-W Save Word To save this word, you'll need to log in. Log In demonstrative 1 of 2 adjective de·​mon·​stra·​tive di-ˈmän(t)-strə-tiv Synonyms of demonstrative 1 a : demonstrating as real or true b : characterized or established by demonstration 2 grammar : pointing out the one referred to and distinguishing it from others of the same class (as in that in "that house") demonstrative pronouns demonstrative adjectives 3 a : marked by display of feeling made a demonstrative gesture b : inclined to display feelings openly a demonstrative preacher demonstratively adverb demonstrativeness noun demonstrative 2 of 2 noun grammar : a word or morpheme pointing out the one referred to and distinguishing it from others of the same class : a demonstrative (see demonstrative entry 1 sense 2 ) word or morpheme the demonstratives "this," "that," "these," and "those" Synonyms of demonstrative Relevance Adjective emotional affectionate effusive loving See All Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus Examples of demonstrative in a Sentence Adjective In the phrase “this is my hat,” the word “this” is a demonstrative pronoun . In the phrase “give me that book,” the word “that” is a demonstrative adjective . Recent Examples on the Web Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback . Adjective No signs or demonstrative materials are allowed. — Doug Myers, CBS News , 18 Apr. 2026 When Vanderbilt became demonstrative , Austin Reaves — who didn't play due to injury — stepped between his teammate and the head coach, along with assistant coach Nate McMillan. — ABC News , 8 Apr. 2026 Noun Strategic Visual Evidence: Extensive use of graphics, animations, videos and interactive demonstratives that engage multiple learning styles. — Lars Daniel, Forbes.com , 6 Aug. 2025 Biden’s remarks were brief, lasting less than ten minutes, but simultaneously rousing and demonstrative of his lifelong Catholic faith. — Matthew Medsger, Boston Herald , 7 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for demonstrative Word History Etymology Adjective Middle English demonstratyf "based on logic, pointing out (of a pronoun)," borrowed from Anglo-French & Late Latin; Anglo-French demonstratif, borrowed from Late Latin dēmonstrātīvus "pointing out (of a pronoun), able to prove" (Latin, "displaying—in rhetoric"), from Latin dēmonstrātus, past participle of dēmonstrāre "to indicate, show, demonstrate " + -īvus -ive Noun Middle English demonstratyf, borrowed from Late Latin dēmonstrātīvum, noun derivative from neuter of dēmonstrātīvus demonstrative entry 1 First Known Use Adjective 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Noun 15th century, in the meaning defined above Time Traveler The first known use of demonstrative was in the 15th century See more words from the same century Browse Nearby Words demonstrational demonstrative demonstrator See all Nearby Words Cite this Entry Style MLA Chicago APA Merriam-Webster “Demonstrative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/demonstrative. Accessed 6 May. 2026. Copy Citation Kids Definition demonstrative 1 of 2 adjective de·​mon·​stra·​tive di-ˈmän(t)-strət-iv 1 : characterized or established by demonstration demonstrative reasoning 2 : indicating the one referred to and pointing it out from others of the same kind the demonstrative pronoun "this" in "this is my hat" the demonstrative adjective "that" in "that book" 3 : showing feeling freely a demonstrative greeting demonstratively adverb demonstrative 2 of 2 noun : a demonstrative word especially : a demonstrative pronoun More from Merriam-Webster on demonstrative Nglish: Translation of demonstrative for Spanish Speakers Last Updated: 21 Apr 2026 - Updated example sentences Love words? Need even more definitions? Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free! Merriam-Webster unabridged More from Merriam-Webster Word of the Day flamboyant See Definitions and Examples » Get Word of the Day daily email! 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