demonstrates

Makes clearly evident

Demonstrates means to show clearly or prove through evidence or example.

A scientist demonstrates a theory through experiments; a protester demonstrates against injustice by marching.

To demonstrate a product is to show how it works: The salesman demonstrated the vacuum's suction power.

The word suggests making something visible or evident that might otherwise remain abstract or unclear.

shows

displays

Visual presentations or screens

illustrates · depicts · manifests · showcases · highlights · conveys · expresses · portrays · indicates · signifies

proves

evidence

Facts supporting truth

substantiation · corroboration · confirmation · documentation · authentication · testimony · certification · attestation · justification · endorsement

protests

marches

Coordinated rhythmic walking

activism · placards · chants · solidarity · movement · dissent · assembly · advocacy · campaign · strike

Categories
Opposites
evidence and proof

demonstratesdisproves

Shows to be untrue

refutes · invalidates · debunks · falsifies · contradicts

clarity and communication

demonstratesdistorts

Misrepresents or deforms

obfuscates · muddles · confuses · misrepresents · clouds

visibility/revelation

demonstrateshides

Conceals or animal skins

conceals · obscures · covers up · masks · suppresses

Phrases
Family

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