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Demonstrative

/dɪˈmɑnstrətɪv/
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(adj) That serves to demonstrate, show or prove.

"This" and "that" are English demonstrative pronouns.
Mary came from a very physically demonstrative family.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Words such as "this" and "those" function as ____ adjectives, indicating specific items.

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