demonstrate
verb uk/ˈdem.ən.streɪt/ us/ˈdem.ən.streɪt/
(SHOW)
B2 [ T ]显示；表明
to show or make make something clear
These numbers clearly demonstrate the size of the economic problem facing the country. 这些数字清楚表明了该国经济问题的严重程度。
[ + that ] Research has demonstrated that babies can recognize their mother's voice very soon after birth. 研究表明，婴儿出生后很快就能辨识母亲的声音。
These problems demonstrate the importance of strategic planning. 这些问题显示出了战略规划的重要性。
C1 [ T ]展示，演示
to show something and explain how it works
He got a job demonstrating kitchen equipment in a department store. 他找到一份在百货店演示厨房设备的工作。
[ + question word ] The teacher demonstrated how to use the equipment. 老师演示了如何使用这种设备。
- More examples
- You need to demonstrate to the examiners that you have more than a literal understanding of the text.
- It is impossible to demonstrate conclusively that the factory is responsible for the pollution.
- Management have demonstrated almost unbelievable incompetence in their handling of the dispute.
- The Australian team soon demonstrated their superiority over the opposition.
- I can show you studies which demonstrate that some forms of alternative medicine are extremely effective.
(EXPRESS)
C2 [ T ]表达；表露；表现；显露
to express or show that you have a particular feeling, quality, or ability
He has demonstrated a genuine interest in the project. 他对该项目表现出了极大的兴趣。
His answer demonstrated a complete lack of understanding of the question. 他的回答表明他完全没有理解这个问题。
(PROTEST)
B2 [ I ]示威，游行
to make a public expression that you are not satisfied about something, especially by marching or having a meeting
Thousands of people gathered to demonstrate against the new proposals. 数千人聚集在一起示威，抗议这些新提案。