1
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
He’s known for being bold and demonstrative in his interactions with teammates, officials, opposing players and fans in the crowd — sometimes to a fault.
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William Guillory, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2025
Where Mazin, 53, is voluble, demonstrative and unabashedly neurotic, Druckmann, 46, can be sphinxlike in his measured calm.
—Adam B. Vary, Variety, 5 Mar. 2025
My very public and demonstrative love affair with Jo Koy.
—H. Alan Scott, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
Why was the usually demonstrative Sai so calm and composed on her exit?
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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William Guillory, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2025
Where Mazin, 53, is voluble, demonstrative and unabashedly neurotic, Druckmann, 46, can be sphinxlike in his measured calm.
—Adam B. Vary, Variety, 5 Mar. 2025
My very public and demonstrative love affair with Jo Koy.
—H. Alan Scott, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
Why was the usually demonstrative Sai so calm and composed on her exit?
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonstrative
Adjective
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Stacy sought to foster emotional and physical self-reliance among its campers, according to Texas Monthly, which cited an old brochure from her time.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
5 July 2025
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Jackson added that his studio helps people clear their mental and emotional vessels through yoga and meditation, aiding in stress management and overall well-being.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
5 July 2025
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The greatest scientists of any age have always been those most passionate about their field — most drawn to the transcendence reflected in their studies — those whose lives were as great as their work.—
Linda McMahon,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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Known for being a major sports town, Philadelphia fans have built a reputation for being a passionate bunch.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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The grateful rescue pup leapt up and was incredibly affectionate towards @yalcantara1023 for taking care of him.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Trump was receptive to Rutte's nickname, saying during a press conference later Wednesday that the secretary-general meant it in an affectionate manner.—
Mary Bruce,
ABC News,
25 June 2025
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Espada, who traveled to Puerto Rico this offseason to watch Matthews play winter ball, gave Matthews more effusive praise Wednesday after the team called up Short.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
4 July 2025
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Our tester was positively effusive about this swimsuit, calling it the most comfortable two-piece she’s ever owned, with good quality fabric and a flattering cut.—
Esme Benjamin,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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Here, guests and stylish locals alike graze on warm flatbreads, stacked club sandwiches, silky smoked salmon & cream cheese bagels, and sharing Seafood and Charcuterie boards—brimming with serrano ham, pillowy focaccia, smoked mackerel, and plump Atlantic prawns. Prefer a slower pace?—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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How To Clean Stovetop Grates With Vinegar Fill a pan or sink with equal parts warm water and vinegar.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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More from Think Texas: 'Loyal and loving native son': Ben Johnson writes compelling yet critical history of Texas The Runaway Scrape set the mold.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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The actress not only received laughs as the loving and witty wife of her husband, George, but also made television history.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
2 July 2025
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Spurred on by her fervent belief in Jones’s talent, Morrison was determined to ensure that Corregidora made an impression, well aware of how a successful debut could define a fiction writer’s career—particularly that of a Black woman fiction writer.—
Clint Smith,
The Atlantic,
24 June 2025
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The Messi-Inter Miami Effect Amid all that, contests with South American teams have seen fervent crowds.—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Early Friday morning, intense rain caused flash flooding across Texas Hill Country.—
Rebecca Angel Baer,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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Anybody who thought Messi would rest after the intense international tournament does not know Messi.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 July 2025
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“Demonstrative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demonstrative. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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