Definition for DE-MON'STRA-TIVE

DE-MON'STRA-TIVE, a.

  1. Showing or proving by certain evidence; having the power of demonstration; invincibly conclusive; as, a demonstrative argument, or demonstrative reasoning.
  2. Having the power of showing with clearness and certainty; as, a demonstrative figure in painting. Dryden.

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