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demonstrativeness

demonstrativeness

7.5
A tendency to show feelings openly so others can see them
  • noun
  • /ˌdɛmənˈstreɪtɪvnəs/
translation icon : demostratividad
  • John's demonstrativeness is quite charming.

Examples

  • Her demonstrativeness made everyone feel instantly comfortable at the party.

  • In some cultures, demonstrativeness is encouraged, while in others, restraint is valued.

  • He admired his friend's demonstrativeness, which contrasted with his own reserved nature.

  • Her demonstrativeness made everyone feel welcome.

  • Her demonstrativeness shines through when she shares her feelings about art with friends.

  • The child's demonstrativeness made it clear how excited he was for his birthday party.

  • During the meeting, her demonstrativeness helped convey the team's passion for the project.

Synonyms

expression
vsdemonstrativeness
230 3.4

The way someone shows thoughts and feelings in speech and writing

is open showing of emotion rather than general communication acts
outspokenness
vsdemonstrativeness
2 6.3

Saying your thoughts and feelings freely, often in a direct way

focuses on freely showing emotions rather than blunt opinion speech
expressiveness
vsdemonstrativeness
2 4.1

The ability to show feelings or ideas clearly in words, art and movement

shows feelings openly rather than focusing on communication skill
soulfulness
vsdemonstrativeness
1 6.4

A deep, strong feeling in music or art that moves people

shows feelings openly rather than only deep or intense emotion
effusiveness
vsdemonstrativeness
1 7.5

A warm, open way of showing strong feelings

is open showing of feelings generally rather than only warm enthusiasm
expressivity
vsdemonstrativeness
1 6.9

How clearly and strongly someone shows thoughts or feelings

emphasises open showing of feeling rather than clarity or technique

Antonyms

10 7.8

A feeling of not wanting to speak or share thoughts

Not showing feelings or emotion

How Demonstrative

exuberance
27 6.7
demonstrativeness
7.5
reticence
10 7.8

Surface Forms

Morphology

demonstrativeness = demonstrative (transparent) = demonstrate + ive + ness

Standard noun formation from the adjective 'demonstrative' with -ness, yielding the quality or state of being demonstrative.

Etymology

Demonstrativeness comes from the verb demonstrate, which breaks into de- 'completely' and monstrare 'to show'. So, demonstrativeness is the habit of 'showing' your feelings openly.