demonstrable

adjective

de·​mon·​stra·​ble di-ˈmän(t)-strə-bəl How to pronounce demonstrable (audio)
Synonyms of demonstrablenext
1
: capable of being demonstrated
2
demonstrability noun
demonstrably adverb

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
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Underfunding staff at either end of the tenure spectrum can come with demonstrable and quantifiable risks. Sentry Insurance, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 These improvements, and the demonstrable impact of public dollars, make the case for continued investment. Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 16 June 2026 Despite demonstrable operational momentum, the street continues to price TXT like a broken business. Michael Khouw, CNBC, 12 June 2026 The Wayans display an audacious willingness to wander into uncomfortable territory at a time when many entertainers are avoiding talking about such tensions altogether, and there’s demonstrable merit in that. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for demonstrable

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of demonstrable was in the 15th century

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“Demonstrable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/demonstrable. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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demonstrable

adjective
de·​mon·​stra·​ble di-ˈmän(t)-strə-bəl How to pronounce demonstrable (audio)
: capable of being demonstrated or proved
demonstrably adverb
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