demonstrative
adjective · noun
Simple meaning
That specifies the thing or person referred to.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
dɪˈmɑnstɹətɪv
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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adjective
grammar
That specifies the thing or person referred to.
Given to or marked by the open expression of emotion
Given to open displays of emotion.
That serves to demonstrate, show or prove.
noun
A pronoun that points out an intended referent
A demonstrative adjective.
A demonstrative pronoun.
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Synonyms
Sense: that specifies the thing or person referred to
Antonyms
Sense: that specifies the thing or person referred to
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