noun
Uncommon
manifestation
ma-nih-feh-STAY-shuhn
Manifestation (noun) means a visible sign or expression of something that is otherwise abstract or hidden. Example: “The rash was an early manifestation of the allergic reaction.”
noun
1
A visible sign or expression of something that is otherwise abstract or hidden.
"The rash was an early manifestation of the allergic reaction."
"His generosity was a manifestation of the values his parents taught him."
2
A public demonstration or protest.
"Thousands joined the manifestation outside parliament."
How to use manifestation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA visible sign that something is happening, or, in some contexts, a public protest.
Common pairings
a manifestation of
physical manifestation
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Word forms
- Plural
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Etymology
From Late Latin manifestatio, built from manifest- plus -ation.
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for manifestation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “manifestation” mean?
The word “manifestation” means a visible sign or expression of something that is otherwise abstract or hidden. In plain terms, a visible sign that something is happening, or, in some contexts, a public protest.
How do you pronounce “manifestation”?
“Manifestation” is pronounced ma-nih-feh-STAY-shuhn (/ˌmænɪfɛˈsteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “manifestation” in a sentence?
Here is “manifestation” used in a sentence: “The rash was an early manifestation of the allergic reaction.”
What part of speech is “manifestation”?
“Manifestation” is a noun.
Where does the word “manifestation” come from?
The word “manifestation” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin manifestatio, built from manifest- plus -ation.
Is “manifestation” a common word?
“Manifestation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “manifestation” have?
“Manifestation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a visible sign or expression of something that is otherwise abstract or hidden.
