DEMONSTRATIVE Synonyms: 114 Similar and Opposite Words

demonstrative

adjective

di-ˈmän(t)-strə-tiv

Definition of demonstrative

as in emotional

showing feeling freely my grandmother was always very demonstrative when we visited, showering us with hugs and kisses

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as in passionate

having or expressing great depth of feeling a demonstrative welcome for the returning troops by their families and friends

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Recent Examples of demonstrative Underwood walked out of the locker room and down the tunnel for last week's prime-time kickoff with a music and light show during his energetic entrance, slapping his helmet and pumping his right fist in a demonstrative display of emotion. — ABC News, 10 Sep. 2026 Jaissle offers on-field leadership of sorts with his demonstrative approach on the touchline. — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026 The games, which this year involve 666 different teams and 2,056 humanoids, will see the robots take part in 30 competitive events and nearly as many showcase and demonstrative shows. — New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026 Bladow was sacked four times in the first half, and Rand blocked a punt that bounced out of the end zone for a safety in the second quarter in a demonstrative 18-0 shutout for Chaminade in its home opener. — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for demonstrative

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Adjective

Simultaneously, Fumiko and Emi cross paths at the library, where the revelation that the family at least tangentially responsible for her son’s death now have an adorable little sprog of their own, threatens to send Emi into an emotional tailspin.

— James Marsh, Variety, 29 Oct. 2026
The film also conjures the same terrifying fears as the book with its haunting musical score, set design, camera angles, and the emotional performances of Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, and Scatman Crothers.

— Radhika Seth, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of emotional

Adjective

The colors are dour and muted, and the yearnings of the two elder Dashwood sisters—the self-abnegating Elinor (Daisy Edgar-Jones) and the passionate Marianne (Esmé Creed-Miles, a gimlet-eyed standout)—often play out in drearily candlelit rooms.

— Hannah Jocelyn, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026
The Bulgari staff is notably passionate about this garden and volunteers there on a regular basis.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of passionate

Adjective

Other people shared their own experiences with romantic interactions and affectionate responses, showing how some individuals are choosing to use the technology.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
All of the Slow Horses (a not-so-affectionate nickname for Slough House employees), past and present, are targeted, and Sid goes to River for help.

— Alison Herman, Variety, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of affectionate

Adjective

Kim was effusive and bossy, running her multibillion-dollar business in a bathrobe, two gay men pulling at her hair and face.

— Jonathan Van Meter, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026
To win effusive praise from special envoy Steve Witkoff and announce a resumption in negotiations, Russian President Vladimir Putin had to do very little.

— Francesca Ebel, Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of effusive

Adjective

Gigi Hadid broke out the trend in corduroy pants form, which is perfectly seasonal with soft and warm fabric paired with a relaxed design.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2026
The fleeting time in Georgia between the sweltering summer heat and damp winter chill has finally arrived, featuring cool mornings, warm evenings and trees dappled with orange leaves.

— Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of warm

Adjective

The sibling who brought this to our attention isn’t comfortable bringing it up directly (our family is deeply non-confrontational and private but loving and connected).

— Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
Growing up in a large and loving Italian-American family, Silvy is drawn to the food and comfort of her home.

— Rachel LaBonte, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of loving

Adjective

Friday’s loss illustrated the power of fervent, constant rebounding to sway the momentum of a game.

— Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
At the time, the sequel to the 2005 film wasn’t confirmed, and the ensemble made the anticipation that much more fervent.

— Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of fervent

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