demonstrable

adjective

de·​mon·​stra·​ble di-ˈmän(t)-strə-bəl 

1

: capable of being demonstrated

2

: apparent, evident

demonstrability

di-ˌmän(t)-strə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

demonstrably

di-ˈmän(t)-strə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms

• checkable
• confirmable
• empirical
• empiric
• provable
• supportable
• sustainable
• verifiable

Examples of demonstrable in a Sentence

There is no demonstrable evidence that the treatment is effective.

as a serious scientist, she is only interested in demonstrable phenomena

Recent Examples on the Web

The individual selected for this role will bring demonstrable experience, vision and leadership in the areas of: CEO: C-suite news, analysis, and advice for top decision makers right to your inbox. —Terina Allen, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025

In the first instance, companies should conduct pilot programs and identify specific use cases where AI can deliver quick, demonstrable wins. —Alexander Clausbruch, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025

Activist campaigns targeting specific corporations have had a demonstrable impact in recent years. —Russell Leung, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025

Third, with tech prices near record highs, there is the potential for the collapse of the AI story, as investors may revolt against endless rounds of spending without demonstrable increases in earnings or productivity. —Bob Pisani, CNBC, 30 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

demonstrable

adjective

de·​mon·​stra·​ble di-ˈmän(t)-strə-bəl 

: capable of being demonstrated or proved

demonstrably

-blē 

adverb