demonstrate/ˋdɛmən͵stret; ˈdemənstreIt/v 1 [T] to show that something is true 证实﹐证明﹔说明: The accident demonstrated the importance of wearing seatbelts. 这起事故证明了系安全带的重要性。+that The study demonstrates that fewer graduates are finding jobs. 这项研究证明大学毕业生的就业率在下降。2 [T] to show someone how to do something or how something works 示范﹐演示: +how Instructors should demonstrate how to use equipment. 指导者应该演示如何使用设备。3 [I] to protest with other people in a public place 游行示威: +against Huge crowds demonstrated against war. 一大批人举行了反战游行示威。see box at见 PROTEST2 方框4 [T] to show that you have a particular skill, quality, or feeling 展示﹐表露〔某种技能﹑素质或感情〕: Students must demonstrate an ability to work under pressure. 学生必须展现在压力下学习的能力。