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
Alexander Zverev Loses at Wimbledon and Might Need Therapy
Alexander Zverev isn’t the most demonstrative of players at the best of times, but the German is going through the worst of times.
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Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
In our culture there’s little more demonstrative action of a parent’s lack of control than having their child drive away in a 4,000-pound hunk of metal on their own.
—Caleb Harris, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
During a heated altercation with officials during the Wings' loss to the Chicago Sky Thursday, security guards approached as Carrington became increasingly demonstrative.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2025
The prevailing image of Jokic for the last six weeks has been that of his demonstrative countenance, his passionate gesturing on the sideline.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 17 May 2025
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Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
In our culture there’s little more demonstrative action of a parent’s lack of control than having their child drive away in a 4,000-pound hunk of metal on their own.
—Caleb Harris, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
During a heated altercation with officials during the Wings' loss to the Chicago Sky Thursday, security guards approached as Carrington became increasingly demonstrative.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2025
The prevailing image of Jokic for the last six weeks has been that of his demonstrative countenance, his passionate gesturing on the sideline.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonstrative
Adjective
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The former couple, who share son Sasha and daughter Kai, revealed that Sasha left home for college in emotional tributes shared on Instagram.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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The physical is important, but the physical is ever-changing and always connected to the mental and the emotional.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
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More great features Modern glass design: The sellers, who were active in property management, were passionate about the extensive use of glass in the home.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Jordan Nathan, founder and CEO of Caraway, is passionate about pots and pans and how they’re stored.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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That's why speaking in a calm, affectionate voice can strengthen the human-animal bond and provide comfort.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
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Notably, Harry does not appear on camera even for a single moment — though his presence is felt through affectionate mentions and a few behind-the-scenes photos.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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The statements in the wake of the settlement are effusive on both sides.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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In the meantime, however, Dex has to face her boss, who turns out to be the friendly and effusive Leon Prater, played by Peter Dinklage.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
25 July 2025
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Why Portugal is having a moment Portugal’s blend of history, walkable cities, warm hospitality, and affordability is hitting the sweet spot for American travelers.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Legionnaires is a bacterial pneumonia, caused by the bacteria legionella, which grows in warm water.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Long Story Short bounces back and forth through time — going as far back as the Fifties, and as recent as the present day — to tell the story of a loving but dysfunctional Jewish American family.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
22 Aug. 2025
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Patricia Heaton played his wife, Debra, along with Brad Garrett as his brother Robert, and Peter Boyle and Doris Roberts as his loving but overbearing parents.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Gold does not generate income, and its performance may lag in fervent bull markets.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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The fervent demand for GE Vernova’s turbines is leading to a financial windfall, as its recent blowout quarterly earnings release made clear.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
4 Aug. 2025
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The dog days of summer brought intense heat to the Volunteer State, including a nearly month-long streak of 90-degree days in July, the fifth longest in Nashville’s history, said the weather service.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
23 Aug. 2025
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According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, the symptoms of a snake bite differ depending on the species, but common signs near the wound include puncture marks, bleeding, redness, swelling, bruising, blistering and intense pain.—
Tina Chen,
Mercury News,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Demonstrative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demonstrative. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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