Demonstratory

/dɪˈmɑnstrətɔri/ adjective

Definition

Serving to demonstrate or show something clearly; relating to or used for demonstration or proof.

Etymology

From Latin demonstratorius, an adjective form derived from demonstrare (to show). The suffix -atory denotes an adjective form indicating purpose or relation to an action.

Kelly Says

Demonstratory is the stuffy, formal cousin of demonstrative—while demonstrative describes emotional expression, demonstratory describes something designed specifically to prove a point or show evidence.

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