demonstrably — in a way that can be clearly shown or proved
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that can be clearly shown or proved
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈmɑːnstrəbli/
Example Sentences
- My cooking skills are demonstrably worse than my dog's ability to order takeout.
- The student's excuse was demonstrably false when we found his homework in the trash.
- His claim to be a genius was demonstrably questionable after he tried to microwave a metal spoon.
demonstrably
ADVERB[/dɪˈmɑːnstrəbli/]
in a way that can be clearly shown or proved
in a way that can be clearly shown or proved
What's arguably true becomes demonstrably clear, conceivably changing everything!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin demonstrare, meaning 'to show' or 'point out', derived from de- (down) + monstrare (to show). The word evolved through Middle English and Old French to mean 'capable of being proven or shown' in modern English.
Breakdown
de- (down, from) + monstrare (to show) + -able (capable of being) + -ly (manner/adverb). The suffix -ably converts the adjective 'demonstrable' into an adverb indicating a manner or means of demonstration.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cooking skills are demonstrably worse than my dog's ability to order takeout.”
“The student's excuse was demonstrably false when we found his homework in the trash.”
“His claim to be a genius was demonstrably questionable after he tried to microwave a metal spoon.”
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