Manifestation is a noun with several related meanings. It can refer to something that appears in visibleable to be seen with the eyes form, an outwardshowing on the outside rather than hidden inside sign of something, or a public show of feeling or supporthelp or approval given to a person, idea, or cause.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /man-uh-fes-TAY-shun/
Easy pronunciation: man-uh-fes-TAY-shun (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the fourth syllable, TAY.
Use this noun sense meaning a clear outward sign or indication of something.
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Manifestation Meaning
something that shows or proves what is present, happening, or felt
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a clear appearance or outward sign of something
Example: The cough was a manifestation of the illness.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- expression — Works when manifestation means an outward sign of something internal.
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Other Meanings of Manifestation
Meaning 2
a physical form or appearance, especially of something not normally seen
Part of speech: noun
Definition: an appearance in bodily form, especially of a spirit
Example: People claimed the ghost was a manifestation in human form.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- materialisation — British spelling; fits the sense of taking bodily form.
- materialization — American spelling; fits the sense of taking bodily form.
Meaning 3
a nonverbal way of showing thoughts or feelings
Part of speech: noun
Definition: expression without words
Example: Her silence was a manifestation of disapproval.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- expression — Can work for nonverbal expression, but not for all senses.
- reflection — Can mean a showing of something internal, though it is less direct.
- reflexion — Variant spelling of reflection; same limited sense.
Meaning 4
a public protest or show of support
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a public display of group feelings, usually political
Example: Thousands joined a street manifestation against the new law.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- demonstration — Direct match for this public protest sense.
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Manifestation Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- expression
appearance in bodily form
- materialisation
- materialization
public display of group feelings
- demonstration
expression without words
- expression
- reflection
- reflexion
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Common Mistakes
- Do not use manifestation to mean any kind of demonstration in science; the word most often means an outward sign or indication.
- Do not mix up the protest sense with the general sense of an outward sign.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does manifestation mean in simple English?
It usually means an outward sign of something, or something that becomes clearly visible.
What is the most common meaning of manifestation?
The most common everyday meaning is a clear sign or visible result of something else.
What are some synonyms for manifestation?
Common synonyms depend on the sense. For the main sense, expression can work. For a protest, demonstration fits. For becoming physically present, materialization or materialisation can fit.
Is manifestation the same as demonstration?
Only in the protest sense. In most other uses, manifestation means an outward sign or appearance, which is different from demonstration.
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