adjective
demonstrative
dih-MAHN-struh-tiv/dɪˈmɑːnstrətɪv/
Openly showing feelings, especially affection.
The demonstrative pair greet each other with a warm embrace.
Etymology
Pointing something out broadened to clearly showing feelings outwardly.
More examples
- Their family is unusually demonstrative.
- He became more demonstrative as he grew comfortable.
Forms
demonstrative
Similar words
- affectionate
- Emphasizes loving feelings rather than how openly they are shown.
- expressive
- Can describe the outward display of many emotions.