Synonyms of demonstration

demonstration

noun

ˌde-mən-ˈstrā-shən 

1

as in rally

a mass meeting for the purpose of displaying or arousing support for a cause or person

disgruntled students organized a demonstration to protest the change in university policy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rally
• demo
• protest
• march
• gathering
• conference
• assembly
• convention
• convocation
• sit-down
• congress
• council
• counterdemonstration
• sit-in
• counterprotest
• strike
• counterrally

2

as in display

an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect

staged a grand demonstration of her love for her husband with a candlelight-and-champagne Valentine's Day dinner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• display
• show
• exhibition
• simulation
• pose
• flaunting
• act
• disclosure
• front
• charade
• semblance
• facade
• affectation
• pretense
• betrayal
• sham
• guise
• put-on

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of demonstration

The demonstration was part of PETA’s larger campaign against H&M Group — Cos’ parent company — following a PETA Asia investigation of a South African wool operation the organization says is connected to the group’s supply chain. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026

Twenty-five Fields Medalists have signed an open letter criticizing the growing push by AI companies to solve famous mathematical problems as demonstrations of model capability. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2026

Participants will learn about police work and techniques and will see a K-9 demonstration. — Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026

The festival will include authentic Italian food, live music, carnival rides and games, artisan shopping, cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, cultural exhibits, fireworks and more. — Mary Eber, CBS News, 11 Sep. 2026