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demonstrar

[de.mons.tˈɾaɾ]
verb
to demonstrate, to show, to prove
1. to show or display something clearly; to exhibit
She demonstrated the new software features to the team.
Ela demonstrou as novas funcionalidades do software para o time.
2. to prove something through evidence or argument
The study demonstrates that exercise improves mental health.
O estudo demonstra que o exercício melhora a saúde mental.
3. to express or reveal a feeling, emotion, or quality
He demonstrated great courage during the crisis.
Ele demonstrou grande coragem durante a crise.
4. to conduct a public display or protest
Thousands demonstrated against the new policy.
Milhares demonstraram contra a nova política.
Synonyms
mostrarprovarexibirevidenciarcomprovar
Antonyms
ocultarescondernegar

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
demonstrar
standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'demo' in informal tech contexts
Rio de Janeiro
demonstrar
standard usage
Portugal
demonstrar
standard usage, equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

demonstrar interesse em algo (to show interest in something)
demonstrar apoio (to show support)
demonstrar conhecimento (to demonstrate knowledge)
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