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Demonstrative
01
a pronoun used to indicate and identify a specific person, place, thing, or idea
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
demonstratives
Examples
In " This is my book, " this is a demonstrative.
demonstrative
01
showing no restraint in expressing one's feelings, particularly of love
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most demonstrative
Comparative
more demonstrative
gradable
Examples
Her demonstrative affection was evident in every hug and kiss.
02
acting as proof of something
Examples
The upcoming study will provide demonstrative proof that the treatment is effective.
